A classic road trip to Col de Soudet in the Pyrenees
Col de Soudet is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.540m (5,052ft) above sea level, located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of France.
Where is Col de Soudet?
The pass is located north of Col de la Pierre Saint-Martin, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, in the southwestern part of the country near the Spanish border.
Is Col de Soudet paved?
The road to the summit is called D132. It’s fully paved with many turns and some steep sections, up to 14.5%. The pass has been climbed by the Tour de France race.
How long is Col de Soudet?
The road is 25 km (15 miles) long, running north-south from Arette to the Spanish border.