France, Hautes-Alpes, France
Hairpins through larch forest give way to the lunar Casse Deserte, a surreal high altitude finale.
Length
33 km
In miles
20.5 mi
Driving time
1 hr 2 min
Atlas rating
9.5 / 10
The run
Briancon to Guillestre, following the D902. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed roughly November to April
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 6 April 2026
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