Hotels in Route Napoleon, France
Route Napoleon in southeastern France winds from the snowy Alps down to the sunny Mediterranean coast, with weather that shifts from cold winters perfect for skiing in towns like Grasse to hot summers ideal for driving the scenic 200-mile road. This route follows Napoleon's 1815 march from exile back to Paris, so you'll see historic plaques and forts along the way. In winter, hit the slopes at resorts like Montgenèvre, while summer lets you stop at hilltop villages like Castellane for hiking or a swim in the Verdon Gorge.