Le Pas de la Beccia

In the first ascent up to La Turra Fort, the sections with handrails will require your attention. But these challenges are short-lived. Climb without hesitation! After a relaxing break at the fortress, enter lunar landscapes. Welcome to the rocky paradise of chamois! Can you hear the echo of stones rolling under their hooves? The remains of buildings that once lined the former French-Italian border are strewn along the trail. From its 2,700 m of altitude, Pas de la Beccia offers you an astonishing view of Mont Cenis lake. After a challenging descent that'll test your hiking boots, make your way to the lush meadows and Great Yellow Gentian flowers in full bloom. Recover your sense of tranquillity among the herds grazing on the gentle slopes. Marmots, well hidden in the tall grass, scurry away as you pass. Make a stop at La Vachère farm for some delicious food that'll wipe away the monotony of the last mile. To recharge your energy, you might even have the chance to savour milk freshly drawn from the latest milking.