A scenic paved road to Colle di Joux
Colle di Joux is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.640m (5,380ft) above sea level, located in the Aosta Valley of Italy.
Where is Colle di Joux?
The pass, also known as Col de Joux, is located in the northwestern part of the country, wihin Val d'Ayas.
Is Colle di Joux paved?
The road to the summit is totally paved, with narrow and steep parts. It’s called Rue Colle di Joux. The pass has been featured in the Giro d’Italia race.
How long is the road to Colle di Joux?
The road through the pass is 22.5 km long, running west-east from Saint-Vincent to Brusson.
How steep is the road to Colle di Joux?
Starting from Saint Vincent, the ascent is 15.6 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 1.065 meters. The average percentage is 6.8 %.