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Col de la Croix from Ollon

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Elevation profile Col de la Croix from Ollon

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Difficulty points 1124
Length 21 km
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest 100 metres 12.2%
Total ascent 1334 m

Short recap

7 hairpin turns
Cobbles
Bad road
#79 toughest climb of Switzerland
#49 most elevation gain of Switzerland
#54 longest climb of Switzerland
#93 average steepest climb of Vaud
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Col de la Croix from Ollon is a climb in the region Vaud. It is 21 km long and bridges 1334 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1124. The top of the ascent is located at 1774 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Route de Villars, Route de Panex, Chemin du Tison, Route de Plambuit, Route des Ecovets, Chemin de Cormanon, Route des Pins, Route de Champex, Route des Layeux & Route du Col de la Croix

5.0 by ZachW
Excellent climb. Having done the Col de la Croix twice from the conventional route I tried this approach and found it nearly traffic free and stunningly beautiful. Not all of the road surface is amazing but very passable, especially while ascending. First few Kms feel steeper than stated here but regardless would highly recommend. ... read more

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ZachW
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Excellent climb. Having done the Col de la Croix twice from the conventional route I tried this approach and found it nearly traffic free and stunningly beautiful. Not all of the road surface is amazing but very passable, especially while ascending. First few Kms feel steeper than stated here but regardless would highly recommend.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 02:59:45
11 km/h 01:54:23
15 km/h 01:23:53
19 km/h 01:06:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Croix can be cycled from 5 sides. Col de la Croix from Bex is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Croix from Le Diablerets, Col de la Croix from Ollon, Col de la Croix from Bex via Les Plans sur Bex & Col de la Croix from Ollon.

Col de la Croix from Ollon 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 Croix from Ollon belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Col de la Croix from Ollon is 21 km long.

The average gradient of Col de la Croix from Ollon is 6.4%.

Col de la Croix from Ollon has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.2%.

The summit of Col de la Croix from Ollon is at 1774 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:59:45 to climb Col de la Croix from Ollon. At 11 km/h the time is 01:54:23, and at 15 km/h 01:23:53. For the fastest cyclists, 01:06:13 is an achievable time.

Col de la Croix from Ollon is located in the region Vaud in Switzerland.

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