Virtual tour of the passes
The time machine takes you back to the past of Italian soldiers. Grab front row seats on this terraced trail with breathtaking views. Seek out the best photo agnles and take your time diving into the history of this emblematic site.
Description
Saint-Pierre chapel marks the beginning of your journey. The sounds of the alpine herds echo the marmots' whistles in the distance. The terrace of the 2000 trail seems to trail off to infinity. In the background, the regal Roche d'Étache cuts the horizon. The stage is set for retracing the military history of Col du Mont Cenis. Give in to the temptation of taking various scenic breaks, made easy by the gentle terrain. Gain a little more height as you overcome the only difficulty of the day and then, take your seat! At almost 2,300 m of altitude, this circular fort is an infallible observation post! Though peace and quiet have reigned here for over half a century, you can still feel the weight of history. As far as the eye can see, ridges draw jagged lines across the sky, reflected in the turquoise waters of the lake. There's no doubt about it: the horizon is all yours!
Period of opening
From 15/06 to 15/10 daily.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Additional welcome
The duration of hiking trails is calculated using reference paces: 300 m/h ascent, 500 m/h descent and 4 km/h on the flat.
As hazards may occur at any time on the routes, the GPX tracks provided are not contractual. They are given for information only. Riders use them at their own risk, depending on their level of technological proficiency and their understanding of the terrain.
Equipment & services
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Parking nearby
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Pets welcome
Prices
Free access.
Animals
AcceptedPets allowed on leash only.
Localisation
To get there by bus: Line 5 - Col du Mont-Cenis stop (vehicle equipped with a 5-seater bike rack).
By car: on the RD1006 in the direction of Italy, park in the Col du Mont-Cenis parking lot.