The Top 6 Mountain Passes around Hostun
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Hostun 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
Machine Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The Col de la Machine is located at the end of the remote karst of Combe Laval. The panorama is spectacular and the site gives you an overall impression of the natural environment which constitutes the Vercors massif.
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Combe Laval Cirque
Highlight (Segment) • Gorge
The Combe Laval circus route takes you up between 253 m and 1015 m above sea level. This road is very popular with cyclists for its exceptional panorama. A veritable …
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Ascent to the Col de la Machine
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
One of the most breathtaking roads in France! A raised balcony road, under limestone overhangs, which crosses tunnels and with breathtaking views. Not recommended if you suffer from vertigo!
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Portette Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
This road pass culminates at an altitude of 1,173 meters in the middle of the Vercors massif. By car it is close to Bouvante.
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Pas de Bouvaret (1,132 m)
Highlight • Mountain Pass
This step allows you to pass from one side of Musan to the other. Less steep than the Pas de la Pierre. Remember to go and see the viewpoint via a small path in the woods.
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Barbières - Col de Tourniol
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Classic of the region. Relative steady increase of 5-7%.
Combines well with the Col des Limouches.
Attention: closed in winter, information on this at the exit of Barbières. The Col des Limouches is open all year round.
Combines well with the Col des Limouches.
Attention: closed in winter, information on this at the exit of Barbières. The Col des Limouches is open all year round.
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