2,109m, in the centre of the Route des Grandes Alpes
A hotspot for cycling, the Col de Vars is ideally located at the intersection of the most famous passes in the Alps: Bonette, Cayolle, Allos, Izoard, Agnel and Galibier.
One of the unmissable stages between Dauphiné, Provence and Italy, a road route that reaches an altitude of 2,109m and which sees thousands of cycle enthusiasts lining the roads.
At the heart of the famous Route des Grandes Alpes
Opened in 1937, the Route des Grandes Alpes is the most beautiful mountain touring route.
From Geneva to the Mediterranean, 684km and 16 passes including the Col de Vars guide competitive cyclists, tourism cyclists, motorcyclists and motorists through an exceptional area.
Col de Vars: key info
Guillestre-Vars Slope: 19km 1,118m difference in altitude 5.7% average gradient, - 9% maximum gradient
Southern Slope: 1,100 m difference in altitude - 9% average gradient
The biggest meets of the summer
15thJuly
Reserved Pass
The upper part of the Col de Vars is reserved for cyclists: a unique opportunity to enjoy a road entirely dedicated to cyclists. From the peak of the Vars les Claux resort to Saint Paul sur Ubaye, the road will be closed to motor vehicles from 9am to midday.
19thAugust
Reserved Pass
The upper part of the Col de Vars is reserved for cyclists: a unique opportunity to enjoy a road entirely dedicated to cyclists. From the peak of the Vars les Claux resort to Saint Paul sur Ubaye, the road will be closed to motor vehicles from 9am to midday.
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At the heart of the famous Route des Grandes Alpes
