Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet

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Difficulty points	229
Length	4.7 km
Average gradient	6.5%
Steepest 100 metres	11.4%
Total ascent	308 m

Difficulty points

229

Length

4.7 km

Average gradient

6.5%

Steepest 100 metres

11.4%

Total ascent

308 m

Short recap

5 hairpin turns

#49 toughest climb of Rhône

#75 most elevation gain of Rhône

#96 longest climb of Beaujolais

#69 average steepest climb of Rhône

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A very demanding route – the climb is gruelling, at least as far as the village, where you’ll certainly feel the strain! The rest is more manageable up to the pass – surely the toughest side of St Bonnet...

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:40:33
11 km/h	00:25:48
15 km/h	00:18:55
19 km/h	00:14:56

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Saint Bonnet can be cycled from 3 sides. Col de Saint Bonnet from Villefranche sur Saône is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Saint Bonnet from Salles Abruissonnas & Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet.

Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet 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 Saint Bonnet from Rivolet 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 Saint Bonnet from Rivolet is not a problem.

Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet is 4.7 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet is 6.5%.

Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.4%.

The summit of Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet is at 646 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:40:33 to climb Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet. At 11 km/h the time is 00:25:48, and at 15 km/h 00:18:55. For the fastest cyclists, 00:14:56 is an achievable time.

Col de Saint Bonnet from Rivolet is located in the region Beaujolais in France.

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