Col d'Izoard, Mountain pass near Briançon, France
Located at an elevation of 2,361 meters, the Col d'Izoard connects the communes of Arvieux and Cervières in the Hautes-Alpes department.
The Col d'Izoard first appeared in the Tour de France in 1922 and has since become a regular feature, hosting over 35 stages of the race.
A cycling museum at the summit celebrates renowned riders like Fausto Coppi and Louison Bobet, preserving the sporting heritage of this Alpine pass.
The pass remains open during summer months via the D902 road, with the ascent from Briançon spanning 19 kilometers at an average gradient of 5.8 percent.
The Casse Déserte section presents barren scree slopes and weathered rock formations, creating a distinctive landscape along the southern approach to the summit.
Location: Arvieux
Location: Cervières
Elevation above the sea: 2,361 m
Part of: Route des Grandes Alpes
Address: 05350 Arvieux, France 05350 Arvieux
GPS coordinates: 44.82003,6.73504
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
France offers motorcyclists a diverse landscape, from Alpine peaks to Mediterranean coasts, including wine regions. The country is suitable for all riding styles, with demanding mountain roads, winding coastal routes, and rural paths. Key routes include the Col de la Bonette, reaching 2802 meters and connecting Ubaye to Tinée over 26 kilometers. The Gorges du Verdon feature 21 kilometers of rock-carved road, passing through tunnels and 700-meter-high cliffs. The Routes of the Great Alps cross 16 passes over 684 kilometers between Lake Geneva and the Mediterranean, with a total ascent of 15,700 meters. Mount Ventoux, accessible via three routes and standing at 1912 meters, passes through lavender fields and vineyards in Provence. Regions display striking contrasts: Corsica alternates between cliff roads and pine forests, the French Riviera combines coast and mountainous hinterland, and Dordogne winds between limestone cliffs and medieval villages. Lake Annecy connects water bodies with forested mountain passes. These routes feature technical curves, varied landscapes, and cultural sites.
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