Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz

Col de Richemond can be cycled from 4 sides. Col de Richemond from Hotonnes is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Richemond from Lochieu, Col de Richemond from Arlod & Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz.

Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz 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 Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz 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 Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz is 8.8 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz is 6.4%.

Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.3%.

The summit of Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz is at 1032 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:15:12 to climb Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz. At 11 km/h the time is 00:47:51, and at 15 km/h 00:35:06. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:42 is an achievable time.

Col de Richemond from Lhôpital via Craz is located in the region Ain in France.