サウゼ・ディ・チェザーナの峠・トップ20

It marks the Italian-French border and can be reached from Italy in an hour and 45 minutes from the Jervis refuge, with a path that climbs through the woods without particular difficulties, to finally emerge onto alpine meadows.

The climb is smooth and the view is fantastic.

The climb is never too steep and offers excellent views.

A quick stop at the Monta refuge on the way down, a nice little Queyras beer

At the pass itself, there is a small customs post, restored in the 50s but unfortunately already in ruins again. This pass was a high place of passage, very busy, between the valley of the Prá (Italian) and the valley of the Guil (French). The landscapes are sumptuous. It is recommended, if you are on the French side, to have the most varied views, to go up from the Echalp, and go back down towards the Monta, then take the path along the Guil to reach the Echalp. Very beautiful hike, path without any technical difficulty.

Early in the morning, with very little traffic, it is very enjoyable. Then it becomes impossible, cars and motorbikes everywhere. The French side is very hot in the afternoon.

Supermarket on the top

Alternative road to go down towards Sestriere, instead of the Bordin path