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Col du Glandon

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Col du Glandon is a spectacular alpine pass at 1,924 meters, known for dramatic views, winding roads, and challenging cycling routes. It connects the Maurienne and Oisans valleys and appears frequently in the Tour de France.

What to See & Do

  • 🚗 Scenic Drive: One of France’s 🇫🇷 most beautiful alpine routes 🏔️
  • 🚴 Cycling: Legendary Tour 🏆 de France climb 🚵
  • 🥾 Hiking Trails: Access to lakes, 🌿 meadows, and ridge paths ⛰️
  • 🦅 Wildlife: Marmots, eagles, 🐾 and mountain goats 🐐
  • 📸 Photography: Sweeping valleys 🏞️ and rugged peak landscapes 🖼️

How to Get There

  • 🚗 By Car: 1 hour 20 minutes 🛣️ from Grenoble 🏁
  • 🚲 By Bike: Very challenging 🧗 ascent 🚵
  • 🏍️ By Motorbike: Popular scenic 🗺️ route 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 🌤️ Check weather—snow can remain ❄️ into early summer 📅
  • 🧥 Bring warm layers; summit 💨 is windy ❄️
  • 🥤 Limited facilities—carry water 🥨 and snacks 🧺
  • ⚠️ Roads narrow—drive 🚘 carefully 📍

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕘 9:00 AM – Begin ascent 🚗 up the mountain 🏔️
  • 🕙 10:00 AM – Explore summit 📍 viewpoints 🔭
  • 🕥 10:30 AM – Walk ridge ⛰️ paths 🥾
  • 🕚 11:30 AM – Picnic with 🥪 mountain views 🌄

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

24 hours (weather permitting)

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

June to October (road snow-free) / Early morning/late afternoon for photography

Location

📌Col du Glandon, French Alps, France

👉 View on Google Maps

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