Ayes Pass – Pravouta loop from Bernin

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Ayes Pass – Pravouta loop from Bernin

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Ayes Pass – Pravouta loop from Bernin

09:58

22.1km

1,520m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 13.5 km for 228 m

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After 18.1 km for 32 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.14 km

No Hogwarts Express here, but a few pretty houses, superb views of the Belledonne range, a few lodges, and even a pizzeria! Saint-Pancrasse is nestled at the foot of the Dent de Crolles and offers a view of it that is truly incredible!

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8.02 km

Ruins

8.55 km

Col des Ayes

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Superb pass located at an altitude of 1,538 meters, at the foot of the Dent de Crolles and Pravouta.

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9.67 km

Pravouta

Highlight • Summit

This summit offers a breathtaking 360° view and is located in the sensitive natural space of the Hauts de Chartreuse. This habitat is home to the black grouse, from which the nearby Col du Coq takes its name.

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10.0 km

Pravouta Pass

Highlight • Other

12.2 km

Col du Coq

Highlight • Mountain Pass

- Don't be surprised: I created the highlight because the previous highlight was in the wrong place (not on the "real pass") -
The Col du Coq is the highest pass in the Chartreuse. From the north / west (St. Pierre) the road is in really bad condition (08/2020), there are some sections for which a gravel bike would be more suitable. Unfortunately, the worst part is also at the steepest (over 15%) point. The ascent from the north / west (I only drove this side) has two longer steep sections, but is otherwise easy to do. You shouldn't be surprised that shortly before the summit it goes downhill for a relatively long time, only to then climb again well. On the east side, you can either descend right into the valley (but be careful: very long, completely unlit tunnel on the descent !!) or to the left to the Petites Roches.

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