The Road to Col de Cannelle is Not for the Faint of Heart
Col de Cannelle is an international high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,882 meters (6,174 feet) above sea level, located on the border between France and Italy.
Where is Col de Cannelle?
The pass is located east of the infamous Col de Tende/Colle di Tenda, linking the Province of Cuneo in the Italian region Piedmont and the Alpes-Maritimes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France.
Is the Road to Col de Cannelle Unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved, generally in good shape and not too steep. It is not a problem for an ordinary 4x4 vehicle.
How Long is the Road to Col de Cannelle?
Set high in the Alps, the road to the summit is 9.1 km (5.65 miles) long, starting at the paved D6204 road.