Crete de la Balme
France, europe
N/A
2,570 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure junkies, listen up! Crete de la Balme in the French Alps is calling your name. We're talking a serious altitude gain here, topping out at 2,570 meters! This isn't your Sunday drive; it's a proper mountain pass trail in the Hautes-Alpes.
Forget smooth tarmac – this is a gravel, rocky, and bumpy ride. The track climbs through the Massif des Cerces range, so be prepared for a wild ride. Think challenging single tracks with steep drops, and exposure that'll test your nerve.
Definitely a no-go zone in winter – snow typically shuts it down from October through June. A 4x4 is an absolute must here, plus a healthy dose of off-road driving skills. The views? Epic, but maybe not one for the faint of heart! This old military road will take you on a breathtaking journey towards the Vallon de Savine.
Road Details
- Country
- France
- Continent
- europe
- Max Elevation
- 2,570 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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