The Top 10 Mountain Passes around Motz
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Motz 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: December 4, 2025
Col du Grand Colombier
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This pass, just over 1,500 meters high, is truly wonderful in every respect. The ascent takes you along small roads with very little traffic, but with many magnificent views—a perfect …
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Ascent of Col du Grand Colombier from Culoz
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From Culoz, it's an 18-kilometer climb, alternating between slopes of almost 15% and a few flat sections for resting.
I prefer this side because it allows for the switchbacks that made this pass famous.
I prefer this side because it allows for the switchbacks that made this pass famous.
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Col du Sapenay
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Beautiful collar and very beautiful laces
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Clergeon Pass (979 m)
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Mountain pass between Chautagne and Rumilly. Climbing it from the west is quite tough. Very little car traffic (less than for its neighbours of Sapenay and Chambotte)
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Charbemènes Pass
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A few kilometers south of the Grand Colombier, this pass at 1316 meters is at the intersection of the Arvière valley, the Grand Colombier and the Sur Lyand ridges.
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