How to drive the unpaved road to Col du Lauzet?

Col du Lauzet is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.225m (7,299ft) above sea level, located in the Hautes-Alpes department of France.

Col du Lauzet

Where is Col du Lauzet?

The pass is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, in the southeastern part of the country. Near the summit there’s a small lake called Lake du Lauzet. 

Is the road to Col du Lauzet unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved, with rocky parts and narrow sections. It’s very steep in parts. A 4x4 vehicle is required.

How long is the road to Col du Lauzet?

Starting from Gros, the road to the summit is 8 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 957m and the average gradient is 11.96%.

Is the road to Col du Lauzet open year-round?

Set high in the Alps, the road is not plowed in winters.
Pic&more info: http://www.oduch.fr/Paysage/Col-du-Lauzet

 

 

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