Col d'Arlaz from Verrès

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Difficulty points	533
Length	8.7 km
Average gradient	7.5%
Steepest 100 metres	13.6%
Total ascent	650 m

Difficulty points

533

Length

8.7 km

Average gradient

7.5%

Steepest 100 metres

13.6%

Total ascent

650 m

Short recap

15 hairpin turns

#63 toughest climb of Aosta Valley

#59 most elevation gain of Aosta Valley

#59 longest climb of Aosta Valley

#40 average steepest climb of Aosta Valley

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A very beautiful and little-known climb; on the whole, it is not trivial and also has some challenging (but never prohibitive) sections.
On reaching the summit, the panorama of the Matterhorn and the surrounding mountains welcomes us as a magnificent surprise.

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:14:21
11 km/h	00:47:19
15 km/h	00:34:42
19 km/h	00:27:23

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col d'Arlaz can be cycled from 2 sides. Col d'Arlaz from Montjovet is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col d'Arlaz from Verrès.

Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is 8.7 km long.

The average gradient of Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is 7.5%.

Col d'Arlaz from Verrès has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.6%.

The summit of Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is at 1033 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:14:21 to climb Col d'Arlaz from Verrès. At 11 km/h the time is 00:47:19, and at 15 km/h 00:34:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:23 is an achievable time.

Col d'Arlaz from Verrès is located in the region Aosta Valley in Italy.

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