レームノートルダムの峠・トップ20

The climb winds through a majestic valley (personally my favorite), never reaching excessive gradients; it's long but pedalable, allowing you to fully enjoy the natural surroundings. Apart from the peak season, there's almost no traffic, although you might encounter a few campers, which can be annoying on the way down. If you tackle the climb during periods of the year when there aren't too many tourists, you might, like me, have pleasant encounters with ibex and chamois that have come down to road level.

Challenging climb due to slopes and altitude. The most challenging part is the one between the two plateaus, it is worth saving money because the slope is there and after the second plateau the altitude also adds up. But the landscape is wonderful, especially in June, when it has just been cleared of snow and you can still cycle between the white walls.

In Noasca the hardest part of the climb to Nivolet begins. Whether through the galleries or across the old road, the uphill section from Noasca to Ceserole Reale is the hardest area by far, with many ramps above 10%. For example, as soon as you leave Noasca, and going up a beautiful waterfall, there is a ramp that reaches 15% over 4 horseshoes. Show!

Beginning of the challenging stretch towards Ceresole

Mineral and wild landscapes. Two welcome flats. Do not neglect the altitude (2700m)

Located at 2770 meters above sea level, the Col d'Iseran is the highest European asphalt pass. There are magnificent views of Val-d'Isère and the Maurienne. Egan Bernal won his Tour de France 2019 with tremendous action at this summit.

The Col de l'Iseran, which culminates at 2,764 meters above sea level, is the highest road pass in the Alps. Very popular with cyclists, it is also used by travelers on the GR 5. Surrounded by mountains, the pass takes on a picturesque appearance, especially during major sporting competitions such as the Tour de France. Perhaps you will cross the pass at the same time as the polka dot jersey?

Long but very pedalable climb with the exception of some tartts. In the final part the valley opens up and offers a wide view of the surrounding landscape.