An awe-inspiring road to Mont Revard in Savoie

Mont Revard is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1,562m (5,125ft) above sea level, located in the Savoie department of France.

Mont Revard

Where is Mont Revard?

The pass is located near Aix-les-Bains, east of Lac du Bourget, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, in the south-eastern part of the country. The ski resort of Le Revard is situated on the northern edge of the pass.

Is Mont Revard paved?

The road through the pass is very scenic and provides stunning mountain views. It’s called D913 road (Route du Revard). It’s totally paved and pretty curvy. It’s rarely too steep but climbs for over 20 kilometres.

How long is Mont Revard?

The road is 27km (16 miles) long, running from Drumettaz-Clarafond to Les Déserts.

Is Mont Revard open in winter?

Set high in the Bauges Massif, the pass has been climbed several times in the Tour de France cycling race. It’s open year-round.