The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the Provence
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Provence 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 13, 2025
A trip to the top of Mont Ventoux is a must when in Provence. A climb of almost 1,600 meters can be conquered on this outpost of the Alps, and …
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The storm pass is one of the last bends of the final ascent. We discover a magnificent view and very close is the memorial dedicated to Tom Simpson who died …
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The Col du Galibier from Briançon is a climb located in the Grand Briançonnais region. This climb is 34.8 kilometers long, with a positive elevation gain of 1,398 meters. The …
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- Light climbs and beautiful, short descents
- Good road surface and lots of spots with a great view
- Good road surface and lots of spots with a great view
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Remote and nice to drive route
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The Col du Lautaret is the last climb before heading to the summit of the Col du Galibier. The Lautaret route can be quite busy; the best day to ride is Sunday, when heavy goods vehicles are banned.
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Nice's Col d'Eze is 10 km long with a total drop of 490 m. The average gradient of the climb is 5%. It's a must if you're in the area …
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Climb about 10 km long with always easy slopes. At the top excellent panorama.
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The Vars pass is located at 2,108 meters and connects the Ubaye valley with the Embrunais. The Col de Vars is a typical passage of the Tour de France, crossed already 35 times since 1947.
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The Col de Canadel is 4.3 km long with a total drop of 239 m. The average steepness of the climb is 5.5% with some 10% steeper sections near the top before flattening out to 2%.
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