France, Hautes-Alpes, France
A gentler Alpine link road with sweeping meadows between two harder edged giants.
Length
20 km
In miles
12.4 mi
Driving time
30 min
Atlas rating
8.6 / 10
The run
Guillestre to Barcelonnette, following the D902. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Closed roughly November to May
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Last reviewed 21 June 2026
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