Colle Fauniera, located at 2481 m, is also known as Colle dei Morti. The climb from the Demonte side (Valle Stura) is one of the most challenging in the Maritime Alps. It is about 24 km long with a 1700 m difference in altitude. The average gradient of 7% is made tough by the consistency of the effort, with long stretches often between 8% and 10%. The effort is rewarded by the spectacular view, and at the top is the monument to Marco Pantani.