Hautes-Pyrenees, France
Col du Tourmalet runs Luz-Saint-Sauveur to Sainte-Marie-de-Campan in Hautes-Pyrenees, 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.
Base town
Luz-Saint-Sauveur
Road length
11.8 mi
Driving time
36 min
Rating
9.5 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 24 May 2026
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The road
The highest paved pass in the Pyrenees and the Tour de France's most storied climb.
Closed roughly October to May
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