The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the Massif Central
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Massif Central 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: October 1, 2025
In a setting worthy of a Game of Thrones, the Col de Courre peaks at 1,720 meters above sea level.
It makes the junction between the paths that lead to …
It makes the junction between the paths that lead to …
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At an altitude of 1,588 meters, Pas de Peyrol is located between Puy Mary and Puy de la Tourte. It is known to be the highest road pass in the …
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The Brèche de Roland is located on the long ridge that connects Puy Mary to Peyre-Arse.
Its name was given to it in reference to the breach of the same …
Its name was given to it in reference to the breach of the same …
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You can from the Col de Ceyssat which is at an altitude of 1100 meters climb to the top of Puy de Dôme on foot to reach its summit at …
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The Col de la Croix Saint-Robert from Le Mont Dore is 6.3 kilometers long with a total drop of 381 meters. The average gradient is 6.05% with maximum gradients of 10.3%. An unmissable pass in the region!
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Col classified out of category from the banks of the Rhône, not so common outside the Alps!
Possible extension to Crêt de l'Oeillon about 15min.
Superb 360 panorama!
Possible extension to Crêt de l'Oeillon about 15min.
Superb 360 panorama!
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At an altitude of 1,588 meters, the Pas de Peyrol is located between the Puy Mary and the Puy de la Tourte. It is known to be the highest road …
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The Neronne Pass, at 1,242 meters high, is a wonderful stage destination on the ascent into even higher areas. A wonderful view of the valleys and the surrounding mountains awaits …
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Nice pass but quite difficult all the same! From Vertolaye 13.8 km of ascent for an average gradient of 6.5% and 9% max.
An inn at the top is open year round for a little refreshment!!
An inn at the top is open year round for a little refreshment!!
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The Col de la Mure from Saint-Laurent-du-Pape is 7.7 km long with a total drop of 637 m. The average gradient is 8.3% with maximum gradients of 12%.
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