Col du Grand Ventron Live Road Status & Conditions
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Updated 81 min ago
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Elevation: 1148 m (3766 ft)
1148 m
Summit Elevation
D43 / Route des Crêtes
Primary Highway
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté & Jura
Region / State
France
Country
Pass Overview & Driving Conditions
Border ridge pass connecting Haute-Saône (Franche-Comté) with the high Vosges mountains and the Grand Ventron nature reserve.
⚠️ Alpine Driving Hazard Notice: High mountain passes are subject to rapid weather shifts, sudden freezing precipitation, dense fog, and black ice. Check weather forecasts and vehicle traction equipment before ascending.
Seasonal Operating Window
Maintained open year-round with snow clearing; closed temporarily during high avalanche risk.
Winter Equipment & Traction Rules
Loi Montagne: Snow chains or 3PMSF winter tires mandatory Nov 1 – Mar 31.
Nearest Fuel & Services
Summit regions feature limited emergency fuel and recovery assistance. Drivers should ensure minimum half a tank of fuel or 50% battery before commencing the alpine ascent. Cellular coverage may be intermittent.
Interactive Mountain Pass Map
Summit Coordinates: Latitude 47.954, Longitude 6.924. OpenStreetMap cartography.
Official Travel Disclaimer: Mountain pass road conditions change rapidly due to alpine snow, rockfall, and avalanche mitigation. Always confirm current status with local transportation authorities and law enforcement before travelling. LiveRoadStatus compiles official feeds and verified reports for navigational planning.