Mont Cenis Pass

Mont Cenis Pass is a historic mountain route connecting France and Italy through the Alps. Located at approximately 2,085 meters (6,837 feet) elevation, it has been used for centuries as a critical trade and travel corridor. In the 19th century, a tunnel was completed beneath the pass, making transportation more reliable regardless of weather conditions. Today, it is part of a major trans-Alpine route, facilitating the movement of people and goods between northern and southern Europe. The pass’s strategic location and engineering innovations have made it significant in European history and commerce.