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The Passo del Cason di Lanza, also known as the Lanzenpass, is not particularly high at 1,552 metres. Nevertheless, it is often closed. Where and why? And are there any alternatives? Find the answers here.

At 1,533 metres above sea level, the Col du Chaussy is not a high Alpine pass in this region, but it does offer a spectacular southern ramp.The southern ascent from Pontamafrey, coming from the Maurienne Valley, is a dream for drivers who love hairpin bends, starting shortly after the end of the village at the barrier. The first 3.8 kilometres to Montvernier feature 18 hairpin bends, a narrow road and few roadside barriers. In a short space of time, you have to negotiate an altitude difference o...