Peter H.
The guided Western Alps motorcycle tour stretches across the impressive gravel tracks between Italy and France, with the main stages on the Assietta-Kammstraße...
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Guided Western Alps motorcycle tour over Assietta, Sommeiller & Parpaillon
Are you ready for the Western Alps motorcycle tour that makes every Enduro heart beat faster? On this guided Western Alps motorcycle tour, you will experience the legendary gravel roads between Italy and France.From the Assietta Ridge Road to the Col de Sommeiller to the Maira-Stura Ridge Road.
How long?
7 Days
Price
$ 1,822
/ Person
The Journey
Western Alps Offroad: Enduro Motorcycle Tours in Europe
The Western Alps motorcycle tour is more than just an off-road journey. It is a wild ride through the heart of the Alps.
Between Italy and France, legendary high-altitude trails, alpine freedom, and the feeling of riding a little further each day above the clouds await you. Those who love gravel will find their home here: varied, challenging, and breathtakingly beautiful.
- Duration:
- 7 days / 6 overnight stays
- Start & Meeting Point:
- Near Turin (Italy)
- Destination:
- From the Western Alps to just before the Mediterranean coast
- Countries:
- Italy / France
- Vehicle:
- Your own motorcycle or rental Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally (Touratech equipment)
- Level:
- Challenging - for experienced enduro riders
- Terrain:
- About 70% gravel / 30% asphalt, altitudes up to 2,995 m (Col de Sommeiller)
- Highlights:
- Assietta Ridge Road, Col de Sommeiller, Monte Jafferau, Col du Parpaillon, Maira-Stura Ridge Road, Alta Via del Sale
- Overnights:
- Hotels / Inns in mountain regions + some camping
- Accompaniment:
- German-speaking guides with off-road experience
- Service:
- Luggage transport from 10 participants, support vehicle, travel security certificate
- Season:
- June - September (depending on snow conditions & pass openings)
- Special Feature:
- Option for motorcycle transport to Turin including flight travel
From Turin, your Western Alps motorcycle tour kicks off directly into adventure. After just a few kilometers, asphalt and gravel, valleys and passes, sun and dust change. Each stage brings new challenges, changing landscapes, and the feeling of becoming one with the Alps a little more.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Adventure on the Assietta Ridge Road
01
Adventure on the Assietta Ridge Road
Experience the famous Assietta Ridge Road with breathtaking off-road drives in the Alps.
02
The highest point of the Alps
02
The highest point of the Alps
Drive to Col de Sommeiller, the highest legally accessible point in the Alps at 2,995 m.
03
Exciting gravel tracks
03
Exciting gravel tracks
Discover a variety of off-road trails that offer both challenge and adrenaline.
04
Unique Alpine panoramas
04
Unique Alpine panoramas
Enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic mountains throughout the entire tour.
05
Culinary experiences in the Alps
05
Culinary experiences in the Alps
After an exciting day on the motorcycle, delicious regional specialties await you in cozy inns and hotels. Over a typical Italian dinner in a charming agriturismo, you can reflect on the day's experiences and make new friendships. This combination of adventure and culinary enjoyment makes the trip unforgettable and is the perfect conclusion to an eventful day in the impressive Western Alps.
Days 1–7
_1024_1024.jpg "Motorradreisen Westalpen, Tourgruppe in den Bergen auf Schotterpiste")
Arrival & Tour Start in Turin
Your adventure begins with the individual arrival for the Western Alps motorcycle tour. Whether with your own bike or by plane. Your machine is already waiting near Turin.
During the joint dinner at the hotel, you will meet the guides and your fellow riders. The perfect introduction to a week full of dust, curves, and alpine freedom.
We drive over the Colle de Colombardo, Colle dell’Assietta, Sestriere
The first day of your Western Alps motorcycle tour starts with legendary status. You roll into the Susa Valley over the Colle del Colombardo (1,889 m) before the Assietta Ridge Road calls: 40 kilometers of finest gravel with a view of the peaks of the Cottian Alps.
The day ends at Colle delle Finestre, bringing you into the flow. BBQ, cool refreshments, and alpine scenery included.
Mountain pass of the Col de Sommeiller (2,995 m)
Today you reach the highest legally accessible point in the Alps. The Col de Sommeiller is the crown of your Western Alps motorcycle tour: a rugged, spectacular climb that makes every enduro heart rejoice. At the top, panoramic views and mountain air await.
Down in the valley, the well-deserved break and perhaps an extra pass for those who can't get enough.
Monte Jafferau & Forts
The Western Alps motorcycle tour takes you further to Monte Jafferau (2,805 m), a historic mountain with abandoned forts that tell stories of adventures from past times.
Through steep hairpin bends and tunnels, you will reach the ruins overlooking Bardonecchia. After that, depending on your energy level, an additional summit or a mountain lake awaits you.
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Col du Parpaillon
A myth among off-road drivers: The Col du Parpaillon with its unlit summit tunnel (2,637 m) brings real adventure feeling. Mud, rubble, ice: Anything goes, nothing is mandatory. Your Western Alps motorcycle tour shows its wild side here.
On the other side of the tunnel, the Stura Valley opens up. Green, vast, and cinematic. Via a connecting stage, you reach your hotel in Demonte.
Maira-Stura Ridge Road
After breakfast, we head to the Maira-Stura Ridge Road, another classic of the Western Alps motorcycle tour.
Starting at Colle Valcavera, destination Marmora, a high route full of rhythm, scree, and wide views. Up here between heaven and stone, it becomes clear why the Western Alps are considered an Enduro Mecca.
In the evening, you enjoy alpine cuisine and stories at the table.
_1024_1024.jpg "Motorradreisen Westalpen, Motorradgruppe auf dem Berg")
Alta Via del Sale & Conclusion at the Mediterranean
For the finale of your Western Alps motorcycle tour, pure off-road gold awaits: the Alta Via del Sale. 60 kilometers of historic military track along the Italian-French border will lead you almost to the sea. Demanding, challenging, and unforgettable.
We will spend the evening in a typical agriturismo with a regional menu, a worthy conclusion to a tour that resonates long after.
Want a detailed description of all tour days?
Our expert will walk you through the full itinerary and answer all your questions.
Verified Reviews
What participants say about Motorcycle-tours in Europe
5.0
Jan H.
The organization of the guided motorcycle tour in the Western Alps was consistently well-structured. Daily briefings before the stages, especially before the de...
Marc K.
The Western Alps motorcycle tour over Assietta, Sommeiller and Parpaillon in Italy and France offers demanding gravel roads that impose real physical demands. T...
PRICE
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$ 1,822
/ person
Additional Options
Motorcycle rental Yamaha XTZ 700 Ténéré
$ 694
Single Room Surcharge
$ 238
Trip includes
- Professional German-speaking tour guide
- Support vehicle from 10 motorcycles including luggage transport
- All overnight stays in hotels and inns including breakfast
- Interactive route guidance across the Alps (varies from year to year)
- Tour folder including packing list and hotel description
- Guaranteed execution from 4 participants
- Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.
- Motorcycle tour guide from a group size of 8 people
FAQS
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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