Col d'Allos
France · Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
2,247m
Key Facts
- Elevation
- 2,247m
- Route length
- 40 km
- Max gradient
- 9%
- Hairpins
- 19
- Driving difficulty
- Challenging (3/5)
- Surface
- Good
- Open
- June - October
Route & Map
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Route
SBarcelonnette
40 km · max 9%
▲Col d'Allos (2,247m)
Descent
EColmars-les-Alpes
Highest pass in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, connecting Barcelonnette to Colmars-les-Alpes. Part of the Route des Grandes Alpes with fine scenery.
Weather & Conditions
Driving Experience
Elevation Profile
↑1,194m gain
↓1,059m loss
1,139m → 2,235m → 1,274m
Difficulty
Challenging
3/5 — car driving difficulty
Based on steepness, elevation gain, hairpins, road length & surface quality
Hairpin Turns
19
Serious switchback territory
When to Drive
June - October (Best: July - September)
- ›Open June - October. Check locally for exact opening dates as conditions vary each year.
- ›Drive early morning (before 8 AM) for clear views, ideal light, and less traffic.
- ›Snow may linger into June at this elevation. Check webcams before departing.
Coordinates
- Summit
- 44.3044°N, 6.5833°E
- Start (Barcelonnette)
- 44.3867°N, 6.6511°E
- End (Colmars-les-Alpes)
- 44.1833°N, 6.6267°E
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