(No availability) 4 Day Triathlon Training Camp in Vaujany, the French Alps

Itinerary

Day 1

Full breakfast, group ride (groups are split according to their levels), run, picnic lunch, downtime, recovery yoga session and an evening meal.

Day 2

Full breakfast, group ride (groups are split according to their levels), lunch, trail run and an open water swim.

Day 3

Full breakfast, a long group ride, lunch, a recovery hike (optional) and a barbecue evening meal.

Day 4

You will enjoy breakfast, a swim / aquabike, a recovery hike (optional), and lunch.

Bike route

La Perle de l’Oisans Ironman certified coach, Yohann Vincent, determines the bike routes according to participants' levels and their preparation for the TIME Triathlon Alpe D'Huez.

Day 1

For the athletes preparing the short distance triathlon

Recon of the race route (30 kilometers - approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival in Alpe d'Huez at the Sports Center, you run the short distance race route of 7km. After a quick lunch, you can either ride the return route to Vaujany (24 kilometers and 1.5 hours) on your road bike or with one of our E-bikes. You also have the possibility of returning in the SAG van. The full ride including the return to Vaujany is 54 kilometers in approximately 3.5 hours with a total positive climb of 2,372 meters. Upon arrival at the Chalet you are offered an optional one hour yoga recovery session.

• Departure address: Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans, 15 rue du Carroux, 38114 Vaujany
• Arrival address: via Le Bourg d'Oisans 38520, Route d'Huez, 38750 Alpe d'Huez
• Return ride: Palais des Sports, 38750 Alpe d'Huez
• Arrival address: via Villard Reculas 38114, Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans, 15 rue du Carroux, 38114 Vaujany

For the athletes preparing the long distance triathlon

Recon of the race route (122 kilometers - approximately 6-7 hours). Upon arrival in Alpe d'Huez at the Sports Center, we run the race route of 7km and add in an additional 3km as additional training. After a quick lunch, you can either ride the return route to Vaujany (24 kilometers and 1.5 hours) on your road bike or with one of our E-bikes. You also have the possibility of returning in the SAG van The full ride with the return via Villard Reculas is 146 kilometers in approximately 7-8 hours with a total positive climb of 4,100 meters. Upon arrival at the Chalet you are offered an optional one hour yoga recovery session.

• Departure address: Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans, 15 rue du Carroux, 38114 Vaujany
• Arrival address: via Sechilienne, l'Alpe du Grand Serre, Lavaldens, Sievoz, Chantelouve, Ornon, Bourg d'Oisans - Route d'Huez - 38750 Alpe d'Huez
• Return ride: Palais des Sports, 38750 Alpe d'Huez
• Arrival address: via Villard Reculas 38114, Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans, 15 rue du Carroux, 38114 Vaujany

Day two

Three-hour ride with the route selected based on levels of fatigue and skill. Examples of routes ridden in the past are: La Bérard, Balcony roads of Auris, Col du Sabot, Croix de Fer (the choice will also depend on the weather). You are provided SAG assistance and E-bikes as a possibility. You follow the ride with a trail run session for one to one and a half hours according to triathlon distance followed by an open water swim session. The swim session is one to one and a half hours in open water - the practice includes open water skills drills and 2,000 - 3,500-meter swim.

• The ride departure and return address: Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans, 15 rue du Carroux, 38114 Vaujany
• The trail run departure address: Le Vert, 38520 Le Bourg d'Oisans
• The trail run arrival address: via Cascade de la Pisse, Les Gauchoirs, Plan d'eau de Buclet, 38520 Le Bourg d'Oisans

Day three

Four to five hour 100-kilometer bike ride depending on levels (the route will be selected based on levels of fatigue and skill). Upon return, enjoy an optional recovery hike to the La Fare Waterfall (approximately 45 minutes to an hour). You are also provided an optional yoga recovery session. Evening barbeque together on the terrace overlooking the valley.

Day four

Two hour - Full breakfast, swim / aquabike brick workout, recovery hike (optional) and lunch.

Note: You have the possibility of having a group video created by a professional drone video/photographer.

Skill levels

Beginner:

• can cycle for 2-3 hours
• assistance required
• comfortable with curves and leans
• basic experience with unsurfaced roads
• short distance ascents and descents

Intermediate:

• can cycle for 3-4 hours
• average riding experience
• little assistance required
• comfortable with extreme curves and leans
• average experience with unsurfaced roads
• steep ascents and descents

Advanced:

• can cycle for 5-6 hours
• extensive riding experience
• assistance on demand (if required)
• experienced with riding a variety of bicycles
• comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

SAG assistance

La Perle de l’Oisans provides transfers with either pick-up and/or drop-off possibilities for you and your luggage. The optional catered SAG assistance is unlike any other and provides E-bikes for any members accompanying the group who would like to join the rides.

Bike rental

La Perle de l’Oisans has an agreement with a local bike shop - Cycles et Sports - you can have a 8% discount on all the bike rentals when entering the code 'LAPERLE' on their website. Clients can reserve and choose their bikes on the Huez Bike Hire website. Ideally you can call the shop to discuss your specific needs.

La Perle de l'Oisans is situated in the center of Vaujany Village, 50 meters from the shops and 300 meters far from the chairlifts. You can get there on foot or by automatic escalators. Climbing Alpe d'Huez, Col du Lautaret, Croix de Fer, or the Glandon passes, the territory of the Oisans is famous to both professional cyclists and passionate amateurs.

L’Oisans is host to beautiful and popular mountain passes. Prestigious cycling races have made the region famous, the Tour de France, Alpe d'Huzes, La Marmotte, and La Vaujany attracting cyclists from around the globe. Chalet La Perle de l'Oisans is ideally located in Vaujany, a charming and authentic village providing you with a panoply of activities to ensure an ideal holiday experience.

Vaujany Village

Facing the superb Grandes Rousses at 1,250 meters altitude, Vaujany has all the charm and warmth of an authentic family-oriented mountain village.

Its architecture reflects the history dating back to the year 1080. The agricultural village developed around farming and livestock. A stroll through the village is a walk through history with vaulted stone stables, typical wooden haybarns, the village square, fountains, church, and Millenium Bell Tower.

Between tradition and modernity, Vaujany has developed the ideal infrastructure and setting for hiking, swimming, and cycling in the heart of the Oisans mountains. A charming authentic mountain village, you can choose to spend an active or relaxing holiday depending on your ambitions and mood. In the late afternoon, visit the shops and restaurants in Vaujany to recharge and relax. The view of the Grandes Rousses, La Fare Waterfall, and the Valley of Eau d’Olle will provide you with unforgettable memories.

Nearby places

• Shops, 50 metres

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La Perle de l’Oisans can also provide catered meals from a local service or you may choose to enjoy the barbecue on the terrace. Breakfast is optional with the daily bakery delivery. La Perle de l’Oisans has a partner in the valley who is happy to deliver your shopping to your door (orders may be placed online prior to your arrival or during your stay).

French breakfasts

Our full breakfasts include fruit juice, yogurt, butter, homemade jam, honey, cereals, Nespresso coffee, milk, tea, pastries, fresh bread, eggs and coldcuts.

Special dinners for athletes

We work with a caterer and can adapt to your specific requirements.

Outdoor barbecue

The garden is equipped with sun loungers to relax and enjoy the breathtaking mountain views. Large tables are also available on the south facing terrace. The barbecue is fully equipped and at your disposal (the Club House situated next to the barbeque has a large fridge, crockery, and dishwasher).

• Asana yoga
• ATV
• Ayurvedic Abhyanga massages
• Bowling at the Sports Center perched on the mountainside
• Farm animals exploration
• Mini golf
• Pine forest visit
• Ropes course
• Sheepfold visit
• Skating rink
• Sunbathing and outdoor barbecue
• Tennis
• Walks and hikes in the forest or in the highlands of Alpette (2,100 metres)
• Indoor gymnasium with Basketball court and Rock climbing wall

Choose to enjoy a spa treatment during your stay. The spa offers a space to relax, meditate, invigorate and indulge yourself. The private Spa of La Perle is composed of:

• Sauna
• Hammam
• Shower
• Changing room
• Tearoom
• Cosmetic and modelling cabin

Please book your massages in advance.

• Daily debrief and guidance regarding your race plan (race course and nutrition)
• Program adapted individually and group level rides
• Trail and hard packed terrain runs
• Epic mountain pass bike routes
• Pre-camp questionnaire outlining your objectives, coaching, specific workouts, racecourse reconnaissance, and speed skills work
• SAG assistance
• Spa
• Open water swimming
• Half-board meals - full breakfasts, one picnic lunch and one evening meal
• 3 nights’ accommodation
• Yoga sessions

• Road and triathlon bikes

• A reservation requires a deposit of 33% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.