How to drive the unpaved road to Alpe Gran Mioul?
Alpe Gran Mioul is a high mountain refuge at an elevation of 2.085m (6,840ft) above sea level, located in the Metropolitan City of Turin, in Italy.
Where is Alpe Gran Mioul?
The refuge, also known as Rifugio Agrituristico Alpe Plane, is located in the northwestern part of the country, near the French border.
Is the road to Alpe Gran Mioul unpaved?
The road to the refuge is totally unpaved, very narrow and steep. 4x4 vehicles only. The last few kilometers are very challenging.
How long is the road to Alpe Gran Mioul?
Starting from Bessè Basso, the road to the summit is 13.5 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 772m and the average gradient is 5.71%.
Is the road to Alpe Gran Mioul open year-round?
Set high in the Cottian Alps, the road is usually impassable in winters.