Table of Contents

Europe's greatest cycle climbs. Introduction. Koppenberg, Belgium. Muur van Geraardsbergen, Belgium. Mur de Huy, Belgium. Cipressa, Italy. La Redoute, Belgium. Mont Faron, France. Puerto de Urkiola, Spain. Il Ghisallo, Italy. 1,000m +. Croce d'Aune, Italy. Montee Laurent Jalabert, France. Muro di Sormano, Italy. Lagos de Covadonga, Spain. Ballon d'Alsace, France. Col de la Faucille, France/Switzerland. Col de Peyresourde, France. Alto del Angliru, Spain. Hautacam, France. Col de Joux Plane, France. Col d'Aubisque, France. Monte Zoncolan, Italy. Monte Grappa, Italy. Sierra de la Pandera, Spain. Alpe d'Huez, France. Passo del Mortirole, Italy. Mont Ventoux, France. Kitzbuheler Horn, Austria. Col de la Madeleine, France. 2,000m +. Passo Fedaia, Italy. Col du Glandon/Croix de Fer, France. St. Gotthardpass, Switzerland. Col du Tourmalet, France. Gran Sasso d'Italia, Italy. Blockhaus, Italy. Calar Alto, Spain. Colle delle Finestre, Italy. Ordino-Arcalis, Andorra. Passo Giau, Italy. Passo Pordoi, Italy. Cirque de Gavarnie, France. Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Italy. Col de l'Izoard, France. Col du Grand Saint Bernard, Italy/Switzerland. Grossglockner, Austria. Passo di Gavia, Italy. Col du Galibier, France. Colle dell'Agnello, Italy/France. Passo dello Stelvio, Italy. Col de l'Iseran, France. Col de la Bonette, France. 3,000m +. Pico de Veleta, Spain. Index. Acknowledgements.

About the Author

Daniel Friebe (Author) Daniel Friebe is one of Britain's leading cycling journalists and a veteran of sixteen Tours de France. Daniel has written numerous books on cycling and collaborated with cycling superstar Mark Cavendish on two autobiographies, Boy Racer and At Speed. He is a co-founder and co-host of the award-winning Cycling Podcast. Since 2016, Daniel has also worked as ITV Sport's on-the-ground reporter at the Tour de France and other major races.Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times and the award winning Cyclist Magazine. His unique perspective and outstanding understanding of light and landscape have captured everywhere from the jungles of Vietnam to the fjords of Norway. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high-profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.Pete Goding (Author) Pete Goding has travelled the world photographing landscapes, people, culture and international sport for a wide range of clients, including; Men's Health, The Times and the award winning Cyclist Magazine. His unique perspective and outstanding understanding of light and landscape have captured everywhere from the jungles of Vietnam to the fjords of Norway. He has photographed every Tour de France since 2006 and has published intimate, dramatic and exclusive portraits of high profile figures such as Chris Froome and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Currently represented by the UK Press Association for his sports-news content, Pete's images of travel, culture and sport can be seen displayed across book and national newspaper covers, photographic exhibitions and advertisements.

Reviews

'at first you're sucked into the breathtaking photography, but after a while you realise it's the words that have truly captured your imagination ... If this doesn't make you want to don Lycra and clip into your pedals, nothing will' London Cyclist.
*London Cyclist*

'comprehensive, stat-filled route profiles, sumptuous photography and evocative writing ... Pete Goding's photography is stunning' Outdoor Fitness.
*Outdoor Fitness*

'This showcase of Europe's 50 greatest cycle climbs is nicely illustrated and packed full of information' Amateur Photographer.
*Amateur Photographer*

'you'll love Daniel Friebe's new book, Mountain High' Mail on Sunday.
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