Col de Bonnalière from Cheust

Statistics

Difficulty points	417
Length	4 km
Average gradient	9.4%
Steepest 100 metres	16.3%
Total ascent	378 m

Difficulty points

417

Length

4 km

Average gradient

9.4%

Steepest 100 metres

16.3%

Total ascent

378 m

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Gravel

Bad road

#60 toughest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées

#72 most elevation gain of Hautes-Pyrénées

#49 average steepest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées

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Very average road surface, interspersed with uncovered rainwater drainage channels. Two large culverts. The final 800 metres are on gravel. Sections with gradients of 14–15 per cent. The descent is on poor road surface, making it impossible to let the speed build up.

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:34:21
11 km/h	00:21:52
15 km/h	00:16:02
19 km/h	00:12:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Bonnalière from Cheust 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 Bonnalière from Cheust 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 de Bonnalière from Cheust is 4 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Bonnalière from Cheust is 9.4%.

Col de Bonnalière from Cheust has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.3%.

The summit of Col de Bonnalière from Cheust is at 911 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:34:21 to climb Col de Bonnalière from Cheust. At 11 km/h the time is 00:21:52, and at 15 km/h 00:16:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:12:39 is an achievable time.

Col de Bonnalière from Cheust is located in the region Hautes-Pyrénées in France.

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