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Cime de la Bonette, Mountain summit in Alpes-Maritimes, France

The Cime de la Bonette stands at 2,860 meters in elevation within the Mercantour National Park, between the Ubaye Valley and Tinée River.

The road around Cime de la Bonette has been part of the Tour de France route since 1962, marking significant moments in professional cycling competitions.

The mountain pass serves as a natural border between the departments of Alpes-Maritimes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, reflecting regional administrative divisions.

Cyclists can start their ascent from Jausiers at 1,214 meters, following a 23.2-kilometer route with an elevation gain of 1,588 meters.

The circular road reaching 2,802 meters in altitude represents the highest paved through route in Europe, surpassing all other mountain passes.

Location: Alpes-Maritimes

Elevation above the sea: 2,860 m

GPS coordinates: 44.32162,6.80689

Latest update: June 3, 2025 20:58

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