Col de Sem from Vicdessos

Col de Sem from Vicdessos 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 Sem from Vicdessos 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 Sem from Vicdessos is not a problem.

Col de Sem from Vicdessos is 3.5 km long.

The average gradient of Col de Sem from Vicdessos is 7.1%.

Col de Sem from Vicdessos has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.1%.

The summit of Col de Sem from Vicdessos is at 955 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:30:05 to climb Col de Sem from Vicdessos. At 11 km/h the time is 00:19:09, and at 15 km/h 00:14:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:05 is an achievable time.

Col de Sem from Vicdessos is located in the region Ariège in France.