Col de Malval from Courzieu

Col de Malval can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Malval from Courzieu is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Malval from La Maison Blanche.

Col de Malval from Courzieu 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 Malval from Courzieu 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 Malval from Courzieu is not a problem.

Col de Malval from Courzieu is 5.3 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Malval from Courzieu is 6.3%.

Col de Malval from Courzieu has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.3%.

The summit of Col de Malval from Courzieu is at 732 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:45:16 to climb Col de Malval from Courzieu. At 11 km/h the time is 00:28:48, and at 15 km/h 00:21:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:40 is an achievable time.

Col de Malval from Courzieu is located in the region Rhône in France.