Savoie, France
Col de l'Iseran runs Val-d'Isere to Bonneval-sur-Arc in Savoie, France, France. The road is at its best before the first coaches arrive, so staying within a few minutes of the start is worth more than a smarter hotel an hour away. Check the season before you book. Closed roughly October to June, highest paved pass in the Alps.
Base town
Val-d'Isere
Road length
9.9 mi
Driving time
30 min
Rating
9.6 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 22 May 2026
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The road
The roof of the Route des Grandes Alpes, a stark granite amphitheatre above 2700 metres.
Closed roughly October to June, highest paved pass in the Alps
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