Col du Mottet North Ramp

Valmorel is a ski resort in the Massif de la Vanoise, situated at an altitude of 1,400 meters. With 81 slopes and 51 lifts, it offers skiing enthusiasts everything they could wish for. It’s equally appealing to gravel-loving motorcyclists and drivers, as from here, you can tackle the challenging offroad route up the northern slope of the Col du Mottet, culminating at the lift station at 2,385 meters.

Valmorel is accessed via the D 95 from the Isère Valley. Just past the village, turn left at Le Pré towards La Charmette, where a gentle forest trail begins. Passing below the ski stations, you’ll reach a junction where the left-hand path leads to the Col du Mottet. This nearly seven-kilometer detour features steep sections and loose, coarse gravel, requiring a good level of offroad experience. The reward at the top is breathtaking panoramic views of the Vanoise Massif from the lift station.

Back at the junction, continue left. The trail becomes wider and less steep, though still covered in coarse gravel. Pay attention to several stream crossings and switchbacks with loose rocks. Passing the Roset ski station, the route finally connects to the D 213, where you can either head left towards Celliers or right into the Maurienne Valley.