Col de Meraillet is a chillout in the French Alps
France, europe
39.7 km
1,612 m
hard
Year-round
# Col de Méraillet
Nestled in the French Alps at 1,612 meters (5,288 feet), Col de Méraillet is a stunning high-altitude pass tucked away in the Savoie department of southeastern France. This is your gateway between Cormet de Roselend and Col du Pré—two other legendary Alpine crossings.
The 39.7-kilometer (24.66-mile) drive stretches west to east from Beaufort to Bourg-Saint-Maurice along the iconic D925, part of the legendary Route des Grandes Alpes. And yep, this road is famous enough to have featured in the Tour de France.
Here's what makes it special: the entire route is beautifully paved and winds through dense forest with countless hairpins and flowing curves. You'll get treated to jaw-dropping views of the glittering Lac de Roselend and its impressive dam—seriously, the deep blue waters are absolutely worth the climb.
That said, respect the road. It's steep—we're talking gradients that hit 13% in some sections. Most of the pass is reasonably wide, but there are tighter spots that demand your attention and careful maneuvering. Take your time on those narrow stretches, and you'll be fine.
If you're chasing Alpine passes and epic driving experiences, this one absolutely deserves a spot on your bucket list.
Where is it?
Col de Meraillet is a chillout in the French Alps is located in France (europe). Coordinates: 46.6601, 2.4152
Road Details
- Country
- France
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 39.7 km
- Max Elevation
- 1,612 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- 46.6601, 2.4152
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