Savoie and Hautes-Alpes, France
Col du Galibier runs Valloire to Col du Lautaret in Savoie and Hautes-Alpes, 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 May with snow at the summit.
Base town
Valloire
Road length
11.2 mi
Driving time
34 min
Rating
9.6 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 22 April 2026
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The road
The spine of the Route des Grandes Alpes, a relentless climb to one of driving's holiest summits.
Closed roughly October to May with snow at the summit
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