Col des Limouches from Peyrus

Statistics

Difficulty points	461
Length	10.5 km
Average gradient	6.4%
Steepest 100 metres	11.3%
Total ascent	666 m

Difficulty points

461

Length

10.5 km

Average gradient

6.4%

Steepest 100 metres

11.3%

Total ascent

666 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

8 hairpin turns

#20 toughest climb of Drôme

#17 most elevation gain of Drôme

#35 longest climb of Drôme

#80 average steepest climb of Drôme

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Reviews (3)

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chrisclimber

3 w 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

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Beautiful scenery, little traffic, moderately difficult. Classic of the region.

rem22

8 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

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Nice pass, pleasant scenery, not too difficult and very accessible.

InfinitY

4 y 4.0 01:02:00 (10.1 km/h)

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Nice pass, beautiful landscapes, between forest and view on the valley
A little bit of traffic (motorbikes), quite simple slope
Bonus : Sometimes the pass is foggy, giving a special atmosphere

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:29:40
11 km/h	00:57:03
15 km/h	00:41:50
19 km/h	00:33:02

Road surface condition

83% 17% 0%

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Traffic

33% 67% 0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col des Limouches can be cycled from 3 sides. Col des Limouches from Peyrus is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Limouches from La Vacherie & Col des Limouches via Pas de la Rune.

Col des Limouches from Peyrus 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 des Limouches from Peyrus 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 des Limouches from Peyrus is 10.5 km long.

The average gradient of Col des Limouches from Peyrus is 6.4%.

Col des Limouches from Peyrus has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.3%.

The summit of Col des Limouches from Peyrus is at 1087 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:29:40 to climb Col des Limouches from Peyrus. At 11 km/h the time is 00:57:03, and at 15 km/h 00:41:50. For the fastest cyclists, 00:33:02 is an achievable time.

Col des Limouches from Peyrus is located in the region Drôme in France.

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