Sampeyre – Sampeyre Pass loop from Colle di Sampeyre

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Sampeyre – Sampeyre Pass loop from Colle di Sampeyre

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Sampeyre – Sampeyre Pass loop from Colle di Sampeyre

07:03

75.3km

3,170m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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44 m

Statue of the Virgin Mary at Colle di Sampeyre

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful hill, also reachable by the cannon road

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16.0 km

Sampeyre

Highlight • Settlement

At first glance, the town doesn't seem like much, because it is surrounded by several 1960s buildings with questionable architecture to say the least. Entering the centre, however, you find …

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32.0 km

It is a difficult pass, with an average gradient of 7.6% and a passage of 10.8%. It is classified in the passes out of category by professional cyclists. The fabulous landscapes are there to encourage you!

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39.1 km

Parish Church of Elva with Hans Clemer Frescoes

Highlight • Religious Site

Elva is the second highest town in the province of Cuneo, at 1,637 meters above sea level. It is a picturesque village immersed in a fairytale setting. Do not miss …

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43.7 km

Climb to Elva with Panoramic Views

Highlight • Climb

Val Maira, wild and magnificent!

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53.3 km

Church of San Peyre

Highlight • Religious Site

This church, located on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Maira Valley, was built between the 12th and 13th centuries.
vallemaira.org/attrazioni/chiesa-di-san-peyre

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57.0 km

Great place to stop for a break!

Highlight • Cafe

71.0 km

Elva la Sousto dal Col Mountain Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Hiking refuge near the road with bar, restaurant, rooms and parking

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75.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

73.3 km

1.14 km

617 m

336 m

Surfaces

55.0 km

18.7 km

924 m

609 m

145 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,270 m)

Lowest point (910 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

17°C

8°C

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Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 7.0 km/h

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Comments

September 7, 2024,J11 - Sampeyre à Marmora

I left the campsite looking for a map of the Italian Alps and something to make myself breakfast.
I arrive at the Sampeyre grocery store and there, I am introduced to the entire store team. The Polish guy who comes by bike via the Agnel pass with a pirate flag. I am offered a water bottle and a tonic to …

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