Snow Cab: the transfers pros during the L’Étape and Tour de France 2022
As the world opens up again, we welcome the official announcement that the 109th Tour de France will take place from the 1st to 24th July 2022. We are even more happy to hear, pretty thrilled actually, that the route of La Grande Boucle, as it loops its way around France, will bring the race through the Hautes-Alpes region at stages 11 and 12, on the 13th and 14th July.
Transfer specialists
We are ready to transport not just participants and spectators but sports equipment too – and we are excited to be the local company operating across the region (since 2008) especially during this time. With a fleet of vehicles that can accommodate any number of passengers and paraphernalia, we are geared up to take you where you will need to go.
The fact that these crème de la crème tours are returning to the area is a big deal and most certainly will be one of the highlights of the race, historically and geographically. Officially, the stopover location for stage 11 and the start of stage 12 will be Briançon, in the South Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Not only will it be the highest finishing point of any stage since 1997, but it is also returning to Briançon 100 years after its very first inclusion on the tour’s route.
With the Tour de France comes the L’Étape du Tour de France, set to take the route of stage 12 of the Tour de France, ahead of the professionals, on the 10th July. The race, for the non-professional contenders will be from Briançon to Alpe d’Huez covering 170km, at dizzy heights. Riders will certainly get a feel for the absolute test on minds and bodies of the pros as this stage includes some of the most impressive and insane climbs that include Col du Galibier near Grenoble and Col de la Croix de Fer.
We can take you there
Snow Cab are based in the villages of Montgenèvre and Les Alberts, ideally situated an easy distance from Briançon – and we cover most of the Alps and are very experienced in many routes including of course, Turin, Briançon, Alpe d’Heuz, and Grenoble. Our Snow Cab drivers are trained professionals, with extensive knowledge of the areas they cover and whom take your comfort and safety very seriously.
If you plan to watch these legendary races in person then we want to help you get there!
Whether it be an airport transfer you require to/from Turin to Briançon (which is close to the French/Italian border line, and a journey distance of just 110km) or to/from Alpe d’Huez. Transfers are also available to/from Grenoble Airport. Perhaps you will need to ‘to and fro’ within the area, say between Briançon and Alpes d’Heuz or from wherever you might stay to take to the action - we’ve got you covered. On that note, leave your accommodation requirements and all other aspects of your trip to Go Montgenèvre, a well-established, all-encompassing Hautes-Alps holiday agency you can depend on.
Adventures await
So, we will get you there – but how about experiencing a bike tour for yourself? With your friends or family, kids included, or even just a solo trip or with someone special. Discover a part of the Alps, up close and personal - and when the weather is at its most summery and super, it’s a bonus! So many trails to pick and choose from and as you can imagine, the wide-open space, invigorating mountain air, and endless trails, from expert to easy-going – there is something for everyone. A really good place to start is by checking out the rides on Komoot.
Fear not if cycling is not a preferred pursuit. The Alps is the ultimate open-air playground for all ages, where you can bask in the glory of the great outdoors and delight in an abundance of activities - filling your days with adventure and scenic exploration whilst creating a mountain of memories to cherish.
