Driving the scenic balcony road through the Gorges de la Meouge

Gorges de la Méouge is an incredible canyon located in the Hautes-Alpes department of France. The gorge is 7-kilometre (4.3 mi) long, carved by the Méouge which has its source in the Drôme. It’s one of the famous French balcony roads. 

Gorges de la Méouge

Where are the Gorges de la Meouge?

The gorges are located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, in the southeastern part of the country.

Is the road through Gorges de la Meouge paved?

Tucked away in the Baronnies Provencales Natural Regional Park, the road through the gorges is fully paved yet very narrow. It’s called D942.

How long is the road through Gorges de la Meouge?

The road is 10km (6.21 miles) long and links the towns of Le Plan and Barret-sur-Méouge.

Is the road through Gorges de la Meouge challenging?

The road is very narrow in parts, especially in one unlit tunnel and around, where 2 medium cars can’t pass at the same time. This amazing road is carved into the mountainside. The area offers plenty of opportunities to cool down in the Méouge below. It’s a road not suitable for those who fear heights.

 

 

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