Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup

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Difficulty points	449
Length	31.1 km
Average gradient	3.1%
Steepest 100 metres	7.6%
Total ascent	961 m

Difficulty points

449

Length

31.1 km

Average gradient

3.1%

Steepest 100 metres

7.6%

Total ascent

961 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

5 hairpin turns

#66 toughest climb of Alpes-Maritimes

#53 most elevation gain of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

#30 longest climb of France

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The route is narrow at times, but well worth the diversions with its unique scenery.

Climbing times

7 km/h	04:26:27
11 km/h	02:49:33
15 km/h	02:04:20
19 km/h	01:38:09

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Sine can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de la Sine from Peymeinade is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup.

You don't need special gearing for Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup 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 Sine from Pont du Loup is 31.1 km long.

The average gradient of Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup is 3.1%.

Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.6%.

The summit of Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup is at 1107 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 04:26:27 to climb Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup. At 11 km/h the time is 02:49:33, and at 15 km/h 02:04:20. For the fastest cyclists, 01:38:09 is an achievable time.

Col de la Sine from Pont du Loup is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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