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↗ "Col de l'Écharasson" depuis le Col de la Machine
DiscoverPlaces to seeFranceAuvergne Rhône AlpesValenceSaint-Jean-En-Royans
↗ "Col de l'Écharasson" depuis le Col de la Machine
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↗ "Col de l'Écharasson" depuis le Col de la Machine
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Fabrizio Garofolo
September 3, 2026
Road cycling
The Col de l'Écharasson (1,141 m) is a climb in the heart of the Vercors massif. Less famous than the spectacular and nearby Combe Laval balcony road, this pass offers a wild and shaded alternative, ideal for hot summer days thanks to its dense forest cover.
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Clément
October 29, 2025
Road cycling
Here is the route for the ascent of the Col de l'Écharasson starting from the Col de la Machine
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Distance 4.22 km
Uphill 120 m
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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.
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