Ax 3 Domaines

Ax 3 Domaines is a winter sports resort situated in the commune of Ax-les-Thermes, departement of Ariège, in France. Since 2001, the climb to the ski station has been used as a stage finish in the Tour de France cycle race.

Ax 3 Domaines
The blue piste "Bonascre" at Ax 3 Domaines
Nearest major cityAx-les-Thermes
Coordinates42°42′03″N 1°48′50″E
Top elevation2,400 m (7,900 ft)
Base elevation1,400 m (4,600 ft)
Runs17
Websitewww.ax-ski.com

On 6 July 2013, the eighth stage of the Tour de France finished in the resort at an altitude of 1,375 m (4,511 ft).[1]

References

  1. Glendenning, Barry (6 July 2013). "Tour de France 2013: stage eight". The Guardian. Retrieved 6 July 2013.
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