Race "La Marmotte"

“La Marmotte” seems like one of the most-do mountain challenges of Europe for recreational and competitive amateur cyclists. It takes you over Col de la Croix de Fer, Col du Telegraphe, Col du Galibier, and finally Alpe d’Huez.

The entire trip includes 5000 altitude meters and 174 kilometers and is the perfect challenge for any recreational cyclist.

- and I really want to do this !

A few links:

http://www.lamarmotte.nl

http://www.la-marmotte.com

Furthermore there is an article on riding the race at:
http://www.dailypeloton.com/displayarticle.asp?pk=4565