Col de Bleine via Thorenc

Statistics

Difficulty points	236
Length	4.4 km
Average gradient	6.4%
Steepest 100 metres	15.4%
Total ascent	283 m

Difficulty points

236

Length

4.4 km

Average gradient

6.4%

Steepest 100 metres

15.4%

Total ascent

283 m

Short recap

6 hairpin turns

#82 average steepest climb of Alpes-Maritimes

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Nice gentle climb. Not too long, few steep bits

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:37:38
11 km/h	00:23:57
15 km/h	00:17:33
19 km/h	00:13:51

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Bleine can be cycled from 5 sides. Col de Bleine is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Bleine from Les Quatre Chemins, Col de Bleine via Thorenc, Col de Bleine from Roquesteron - La Roque en Provence via Aiglun & Montagne de Thorenc from Col de Bleine.

Col de Bleine via Thorenc 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 de Bleine via Thorenc is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Col de Bleine via Thorenc is not a problem.

Col de Bleine via Thorenc is 4.4 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Bleine via Thorenc is 6.4%.

Col de Bleine via Thorenc has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.4%.

The summit of Col de Bleine via Thorenc is at 1437 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:37:38 to climb Col de Bleine via Thorenc. At 11 km/h the time is 00:23:57, and at 15 km/h 00:17:33. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:51 is an achievable time.

Col de Bleine via Thorenc is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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