It was once the chosen route of an emperor attempting to recapture his country, but now the Route Napoleon is a firm favourite with car testers.

Italian automotive atelier The Outlierman could make a Detour to the Cote d’Azur or Lake Como even more unforgettable thanks to its new Rent and Drive platform which give customers access to a host of classic cars.

Long before the MAMILs took over, the extinct volcano of Mont Ventoux roared to the sounds of motorsport.