A Mostly Paved Road to Col du Lein in Valais
Col du Lein is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,623m (5,325ft) above sea level, located in the canton of Valais in Switzerland.
Where Is Col du Lein?
The pass is located in the southwestern part of the country, near the French border.
What’s at the Summit of Col du Lein?
Set high in the Alps, at the summit, there’s a restaurant (Buvette du Col du Lein) and a large parking lot.
Is Col du Lein Paved?
The ridge road through the pass is very narrow (impassable for two average cars at the same time) and in pretty good condition, but it’s not entirely tarmac. It’s mostly asphalted but has some gravel sections. It also features very steep sections.
How Long Is the Road Through Col du Lein?
The road through the pass is 28km (17 miles) long, running north-south from Saillon (in the district of Martigny) to Sembrancher (in the district of Entremont).