France, Corse-du-Sud, Corsica, France
Needle like granite spires tower over this pass linking Corsica's interior to the east coast.
Length
38 km
In miles
23.6 mi
Driving time
57 min
Atlas rating
9.3 / 10
The run
Zonza to Solenzara, following the D268. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Can be affected by winter snow at the summit
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