France, Puy-de-Dome, France
Volcanic puys unroll beneath this switchbacked crossing of the Auvergne's Chaine des Puys.
Length
22 km
In miles
13.7 mi
Driving time
33 min
Atlas rating
8.5 / 10
The run
Chambon-sur-Lac to Orcines, following the D983. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Can close briefly after heavy winter snowfall
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Last reviewed 16 March 2026
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