Col de la Courade from Rimoula

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Difficulty points	531
Length	7.3 km
Average gradient	7.7%
Steepest 100 metres	14.9%
Total ascent	557 m

Difficulty points

531

Length

7.3 km

Average gradient

7.7%

Steepest 100 metres

14.9%

Total ascent

557 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

3 hairpin turns

#48 toughest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées

#52 most elevation gain of Hautes-Pyrénées

#58 longest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées

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This was a Gravel route, with an irregular climb and steep gradients, but a magnificent panorama over the valley!

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:02:14
11 km/h	00:39:36
15 km/h	00:29:02
19 km/h	00:22:55

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Courade can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de la Courade from Baudéan is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Courade from Rimoula.

Col de la Courade from Rimoula 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 la Courade from Rimoula 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 la Courade from Rimoula is 7.3 km long.

The average gradient of Col de la Courade from Rimoula is 7.7%.

Col de la Courade from Rimoula has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.9%.

The summit of Col de la Courade from Rimoula is at 1272 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:02:14 to climb Col de la Courade from Rimoula. At 11 km/h the time is 00:39:36, and at 15 km/h 00:29:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:55 is an achievable time.

Col de la Courade from Rimoula is located in the region Hautes-Pyrénées in France.

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