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Montaimont

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Montaimont

The Top 14 Mountain Passes around Montaimont

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Montaimont and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

Col du Chaussy

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The Col de Chaussy connects Pontamafrey 4 km west of St-Jean-de-Maurienne with the south ramp of the Col de la Madeleine. From the south (Pontamafrey) coming over the Montvernier serpentine road are about 1000 meters to overcome.

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Col de la Madeleine

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The Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre is 19km long with a total drop of 1522m. The average gradient is 8% with maximum gradients of 13.5%. On the north …

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Ascent of Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre

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While the Madeleine can't compete with the "greatest" peaks of the Alps in terms of absolute height (officially, it's not even quite 2000m), it's a tough climb, especially on hot …

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Spectacular Cliffside Road Above Montvernier

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This stretch of road is already well above the town of Montvernier, where a vertical strip of rock seems to block any type of access. at this point the road …

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Col du Sapey

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A road that meanders along the rock face, very little traffic and a great view. What more do you want.
In my opinion, more suitable as a descent than as …

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Ascent of the Col du Glandon from La Chambre

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Near the Col de la Croix-de-Fer, the Col du Glandon is another major Alpine pass that has been crossed several times during the Tour de France. From La Chambre, the climb is 21 kilometers at an average gradient of 7%.

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Col du Sapey (1200 m – 1306 m)

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Ascent from the north towards the end with a gradient of up to 25% is very steep and demanding. In addition, some potholes and gullies. So better up here.
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Ascent to the Col du Chaussy via the Montvernier lacets

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After the climb of the Montvernier hairpin bends, the Chaussy pass begins without much rest.

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Ascent of the Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre via Montgellafrey

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The Col de la Madeleine via Montgellafrey variant is very interesting. The traffic is much less, offering a quieter and more secluded experience while maintaining the 19-kilometer average gradient of 7.7%.

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Ascent of the Col du Mollard from Villargondran via the Col de la Confrérie

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The ascent of the Col du Mollard from Villargondran is particularly notable for its magnificent switchbacks in the first few kilometers. The Col de la Confrérie, after which the slope …

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Valmorel Summit Ascent (1300 m)

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Well worth the denomination of "col"!

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The Top 14 Mountain Passes around Montaimont

Col du Chaussy

Col de la Madeleine

Ascent of Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre

Spectacular Cliffside Road Above Montvernier

Col du Sapey

Ascent of the Col du Glandon from La Chambre

Col du Sapey (1200 m – 1306 m)

Ascent to the Col du Chaussy via the Montvernier lacets

Ascent of the Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre via Montgellafrey

Ascent of the Col du Mollard from Villargondran via the Col de la Confrérie

Valmorel Summit Ascent (1300 m)

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