France, Alpes-Maritimes, France
A quiet pastoral pass with a gorge finale through the narrow Gorges du Bachelard.
Length
48 km
In miles
29.8 mi
Driving time
1 hr 12 min
Atlas rating
9.0 / 10
The run
Barcelonnette to Guillaumes, following the D2202. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed roughly November to May
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Last reviewed 24 June 2026
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