The shores of Mont Cenis lake

Between France and Italy, there spreads the lake which flooded the ancient Napoleon road and hospice. The fort of Ronce overlooks this lake. Exhibition hall "La Pyramide" which tells the story of the col and passing of the Alps.For some, the Mont Cenis site is simply a passageway to Italy, a pass to add to a cyclist's list of achievements, a picture postcard of the mountains in summer with herds of cows in the flower-filled mountain pastures, hiking trails in wide-open spaces whose summits often rise to over 3,000m in altitude. You'll still marvel at the size and beauty of the turquoise lake and the marmots running through the roadside meadows. It's also an opportunity to sample local produce in the refuges and restaurants, and to buy Beaufort and tomme cheese in the mountain pasture farms. All in all, Mont-Cenis is a delicious place to discover without moderation!

The Alpine Garden, located in the magnificent site of Mount Cenis presents more than 250 species of flowers and plants of the Alps. In addition to the thematic itinerary, it offers every summer numerous activities for a family audienceThe alpine flora, and more particularly that of Haute Maurienne, is exceptional, with endemic species, particularly on the Mont Cenis site. On nearly one hectare, the Alpine Garden presents these flowers and plants in free access. For those wishing to find out more or have fun discovering them in the company of a ranger, a full program of visits and activities is offered from mid-June to early September.

Built to commemorate Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign, the Pyramide du Mont-Cenis is a reminder of this idyllic place, where the history of the pass, local life, famous people, transport, villages and the dam are all narrated.The Mont Cenis Pyramid, built in 1967, houses the memory of this idyllic spot. It was built to commemorate Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign. It is one of the highest museums in Europe, located at an altitude of 2,100 m, and covers many aspects of the history of this historic route, as well as local life: famous people, transport, villages and the dam that marked the history of this site. Take the opportunity to discover the Alpine garden at the foot of the Pyramid, then climb up to the Ronce fort!