One of my favorite passes (1,230 meters) in this region that I know well. A good quality road, very little traffic, magnificent scenery and a very accessible climb on both sides.

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Vincent Reboul

February 17, 2023

Mountain biking

The ascent of the Col du Défens is on a good quality road with very little traffic, beautiful scenery and an easy climb on both sides. The icing on the cake is an egg-shaped sculpture by Andy Goldworthy that you will come across at some point.

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PinionRadlerJan

June 22, 2024

Cycling

Beautiful landscape, small road, only the last bends are strenuous.

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Elevation 1,320 m

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Location: Lambruisse, Castellane, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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