Col de Sarenne - mountain pass
The ascent to the Col de Sarenne between Grandes Rousses massif and Emparis plateau is sumptuous.
The Col de Sarenne - 1999 m - is a pass that has remained confidential despite the Tour de France's visit in 2013 (via the short climb from Alpe d'Huez) on the 18th stage... Surprisingly, it's also one of the most beautiful, with a quiet, almost traffic-free pastoral route through a protected natural area.
Route details
From Chambon dam, take the D25 towards Mizoën.
At the intersection with the D25a, head for Clavans and Col de Sarenne.
Continue along Route du Col de Sarenne.
Opening
From 01/05 to 31/10 daily.
Subject to favorable weather.
Go there
Latitude : 45.047545
Longitude : 6.141081
Height : 1051
D25 / D1091
38142 Mizoën
Go there
You can start this ascent from the Barrage du Chambon.
Buses run between Grenoble railway station and the Barrage du Chambon:
- regular bus service: regional bus T73 (to/from Grenoble)
Vehicles on this line are equipped with bike racks. Please enquire in advance.
Information updated on 24/08/2026
by Isère Attractivité
