description Mountain of Hell Overview
Mountain of Hell is an annual mass-start downhill mountain bike race held at the Les 2 Alpes ski resort in France. The race is known for its extreme format, where hundreds of cyclists begin simultaneously on a glacier at an altitude of roughly 3,200 meters. Riders then navigate a challenging descent down the mountain, transitioning from snow to technical dirt trails, before reaching the valley floor below. The event attracts professional and amateur riders testing their endurance and bike handling.
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Why does the Mountain of Hell start on snow?
The race begins on the glacier above Les 2 Alpes at roughly 3,200 meters of elevation. Riders launch together across snow before descending onto rocky alpine trails and lower forest sections.
How long is the Mountain of Hell descent?
The precise course can change with weather and trail conditions, but it is generally around 20 to 25 kilometers long. Riders lose roughly 2,500 vertical meters between the glacier start and the valley finish.
What kind of bike is used for Mountain of Hell?
Most competitors use full-suspension enduro or downhill mountain bikes with strong brakes and aggressive tires. The course combines high-speed snow, rocks, steep singletrack, and long pedaling sections, so both durability and efficiency matter.
Is Mountain of Hell similar to Megavalanche?
Both are French mass-start mountain-bike descents that begin high in the Alps, often on snow. Mountain of Hell is held at Les 2 Alpes, while Megavalanche is associated with Alpe d'Huez.
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