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Petit Mont-Cenis pass
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Description
Circuit that climbs the Col du Mont-Cenis and then follows the Lac du Mont-Cenis. Then it goes through a wild little valley till the Col du Petit Mont-Cenis.
After the Col du Mont-Cenis, take the first right, then turn right again. Keep going straight on beside the Lac du Mont-Cenis to the Col du Petit Mont-Cenis.
The road surface is good, and there are light traffic levels.
You have the possibility to drink water in Lanslebourg and to the Petit Mont-Cenis, and you can eat something in Lanslebourg and to the col du Mont-Cenis and Petit Mont-Cenis.
The nearest bike repair shop is located in Lanslevillard.
With its turquoise lake and magnificent scenery, the Col du Mont Cenis is a great place to take a long and relaxing break. The road over the pass has been an important route between France and Italy for more than 1000 years. You can find out more about the area’s geography, history and wildlife by visiting the Musée de la Pyramide (audio guides in English, French and Italian) and the Alpine Garden at the Plan des Fontainettes.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Date and time
- From 01/06/2026 to 31/10/2026
Additional information
Updated by
Syndicat du Pays de Maurienne - 01/09/2025
www.maurienne.fr
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Environments
Mountain view
Lake view
Mountain location
Close to a public transportation
Open period
From 01/06 to 31/10.
Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Contact
Phone : 04 79 05 99 06
Topo guides and map references
Map references :
Vélo de Route" map of "La Maurienne, the world's largest cycling area" published by Maurienne Tourisme and available from all Maurienne Tourist Offices (subject to availability).
Tricky passages
Be careful not to miss the fork to the right towards the Col du Mont-Cenis about 500 m after the Col du Mont-Cenis. At this point, beware of the state of the road, which is quite poor for a few dozen metres.
