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The road that draws an "S" on the dam is very scenic. All that remains is to tackle the last hairpin bends to the top and then enjoy the most beautiful view of the Alps and perhaps the world...

Ridiculous climb, road and valley, first 4 km with some hard but balanced stretches of flat ground, the last 7 km are tough. Very degraded asphalt, with eight sectors where the road has been restored after landslides, then asphalt disappeared. There are 8 drainage grates to watch out for, they cross the road and are made of iron rods that fit a 25 tire comfortably. With a road bike, to be avoided on days of uncertain weather, the road sees the constant presence of stones and armrests, with water I think it's a mess.

The climb of Colle del Nivolet is among the most exciting and fascinating of the Piedmont Alps, I always recommend Alba and Tramonti when the light transforms the landscape into pure magic!

for updated info due to recent landslides on the road read here ➡️ http://www.rifugiopontese.it/ and/or contact the Pontese Refuge which can be reached on foot from the Sernior area

The route is no longer accessible, the electricity company no longer even allows hikers (you risk a fine for infringement of private property)

Lake Agnel is part of a wonderful alpine environment, possibly the most beautiful and spectacular thing I have seen in the Alps. As soon as you leave behind Lake Serrú, an artificial dam, you reach this natural lake after a short descent. Leaving it behind in the direction of the Colle del Nivolet, the views from above are great. Beauty cannot be seen in photos nor described in words... you have to feel it arriving there by bicycle.

Going up towards Nivolet, you can stop at a highly panoramic point where you can photograph the lakes.

If the temperature allows it (in July it should be perfect) a dip in the lake is a fantastic emotion! The water is chilly (4 or 5°) but after the effort made to climb it gives a crazy charge!