Off-road route WESTERN ALPS ALP1/EN

The route is 1350 km. We recommend it for 14 days

This is a tourist route on the Italian-French border. It is 1350 km long, which we recommend spreading over 14 days. This will allow you to spend no more than six hours a day in the car. The rest of the time can be spent exploring numerous alpine attractions and relaxing. We recommend camping accommodations based on your own equipment. It is also possible to use hotels or guesthouses.

Why is it worth going off-road in the Western Alps?

Contrary to popular belief, there are places in so-called Western countries where off-road enthusiasts can really have a good time. One of them is the Western Alps. There is a network of old military roads there that are available for off-road vehicles. And the local authorities treat their users as valuable customers, providing income for the tourism industry in the summer, on par with hikers, cyclists, and motorcyclists.

The route can be covered by a factory off-road vehicle. Generally, there are no traction problems. However, we warn that sharp stones, steep slopes, narrow, rocky shelves over cliffs, which are often driven on, cause even very experienced crews to tremble. It’s better to skip a few sections if you’re afraid of heights…

We set up camping accommodations based on your own equipment because wild camping is officially prohibited (but not impossible). We also plan to prepare our own breakfasts and dinners there. Lunches can be eaten on the route, using local gastronomy. You can also use numerous hotels or guesthouses that you find yourself, for example, on booking.com.

Last updated: September 2024.

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