On June 13, 2025, Combloux vibrated to the rhythm of the Critérium du Dauphiné, with the arrival of the 6th stage at La Cry, in the upper Combloux region. This unmissable event of the cycling season, which takes place every year in the Alps before the Tour de France, lived up to all expectations. With its mountainous courses and exceptional Alpine setting, this stage made a lasting impression.
After Vingegaard in 2023, Pogačar signs his turn
On June 13, Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates XRG) made the difference in the final kilometers, winning solo at the summit of La Cry, in the heights of Combloux. He beat Jonas Vingegaard (Visma | Lease a Bike) and Florian Lipowitz (Redbull–Bora–Hansgrohe), in a spectacular finish with Mont Blanc in the background. Thanks to this victory, Pogačar took the yellow jersey and the lead of the general classification. A symbolic performance, after the time trial of Tour de France 2023 in Combloux, won by Vingegaard.
A sixth stage in the Pays du Mont-Blanc
This 139-kilometer stage, starting in Valserhône (Ain), offered an explosive finale with three formidable climbs in the final 40 kilometers. Among them, the famous Côte de Domancy, renamed the Bernard Hinault climb, was a key passage. Famous for having crowned Hinault world champion in 1980, this 2,4 km climb with an 8,6% gradient put the riders to the test.
But the challenge didn't end there. After Domancy, the peloton continued with a 3 km section at 5% gradient through Combloux, before tackling the final challenge of the day: the climb to La Cry (2,7 km at 8,2%). A short and fast-paced stage, where the best climbers made the difference.
A look back in pictures at an exceptional day
What is the Critérium du Dauphiné?
The Critérium du Dauphiné is a week of pure cycling spectacle in the heart of the Alps! Created in 1947, this stage race is renowned for its difficulty. Its route alternates between major passes and high-altitude finishes. Held just before the Tour de France, this race often serves as a dress rehearsal for the riders. Now organized by Amaury Sport Organisation, it has seen the biggest names in cycling compete. A must-see, it is one of the major events on the calendar. The 77th edition has 8 stages. It begins in Domérat, in the Allier region, and ends at the summit of the Mont-Cenis plateau.
Combloux, a cycling destination
Combloux, labeled Accueil Vélo , positions itself as a destination of choice for cyclists, with adapted services and a warm welcome. In addition to its MTB routes, the village has a pump track in the heart of the village and a Bike Park which will open in May 2025. These infrastructures make Combloux a privileged place for cycling enthusiasts, whether they practice solo or accompanied.
Every year in July, Combloux hosts the famous MB Race, and has recently been the setting for major events such as theUCI Enduro World Cup in 2024 and the arrival of the time trial of Tour de France 2023.
