The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Mercantour
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Mercantour 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 27, 2025
Cayolle Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The driveway to Col Cayol from Barcelonette is very varied. In the lower part you drive through a beautiful gorge along a stream. The slopes are very pleasant. After the …
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Col de Larche
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The Col de Larche, located on the border between France and Italy, is an emblematic mountain passage in the Alps. With its 1,996 meters of altitude, it offers breathtaking panoramas …
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Cime de la Bonette Summit
Highlight • Summit
Climb to do at dawn from Barcelonnette, a lot of marmots and less motorcycles ;-)
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Pas de l'Arpette Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Wonderful descent towards Refuge des Merveilles. Attention: stricter rules apply here than in the rest of the national park. Staying at the lakes is forbidden, no pointed sticks, don't leave …
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Ascent of the Col de Turini from Sospel
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
In addition to the cycling challenge offered by this 24-kilometer category one pass, this climb is notable for its beautiful scenery. The 25 hairpin bends create an epic cycling environment, …
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