How to drive the unpaved road to Col di Tsomioy?
Col di Tsomioy is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.464m (8,083ft) above sea level, located in the Valle d’Aosta region, in Italy.
Where is Col di Tsomioy?
The pass, also known as Col di Chomihoy or Tsomioy, is located in the northwestern part of the country, within the Torgnon Valley.
Is the road to Col di Tsomioy unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It was built strictly for high-altitude dairy farming. The route serves as the main farm access to the Alpe Tsomioy structures at the top. The drive features narrow parts, steep sections and 14 hairpin turns.
How long is the road to Col di Tsomioy?
Starting from Septumian, the road to the summit is 12.8 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 797 m and the average gradient is 6.22%.
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