A wild road to Colle di Sampeyre

Colle di Sampeyre is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,284 m (7,493 ft) above sea level, located in the Province of Cuneo, in Italy.

Colle di Sampeyre

Where is Colle di Sampeyre?

The pass is located in the Piedmont region, in the northern part of the country, and connects the Varaita and Maira valleys. The summit is the starting point for the iconic Strada dei Cannoni road.

Is Colle di Sampeyre Paved?

The road to the summit is entirely paved. It’s called Strada Provinciale 335 (SP335). The single track leads up over 2,000 m and is dangerous due to numerous gaps in the road and unprotected drops of hundreds of meters. It’s extremely narrow in parts. For the last 6 km, you will be driving above the timberline in the meadows. The descent to Sampeyre is very dangerous, with many gaps in the road.

How Long is Colle di Sampeyre?

The pass is 33.6 km (20.87 miles) long, running south to north from Stroppo to Sampeyre.

Is Colle di Sampeyre Worth the Drive?

Set high in the Cottian Alps, this is a very lovely pass with fine views in most directions at the top. Sometimes the view over the narrow and deep valley will take your breath away. Some parts feel like a stairway to heaven, leading directly into the clouds. The road has been featured several times in the Giro d'Italia.

 

 

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