France, Alpes-Maritimes, France
A looping summit road above 2800 metres that circles the peak itself for maximum theatre.
Length
24 km
In miles
14.9 mi
Driving time
45 min
Atlas rating
9.7 / 10
The run
Jausiers to Saint-Etienne-de-Tinee, following the D64. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed roughly November to May, Europe's highest paved through road
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 23 April 2026
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