Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes

Statistics

Difficulty points	541
Length	9.9 km
Average gradient	7.2%
Steepest 100 metres	13%
Total ascent	707 m

Difficulty points

541

Length

9.9 km

Average gradient

7.2%

Steepest 100 metres

13%

Total ascent

707 m

Short recap

10 hairpin turns

#33 toughest climb of Ariège

#33 most elevation gain of Ariège

#40 longest climb of Ariège

#86 average steepest climb of Ariège

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Reviews (3)

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pierre81

9 Mo 3.0

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The road is fairly wide and in perfect condition, with a few hairpins and little traffic once you leave Ax. Some beautiful scenery on the first part, but the summit is more wooded. A bar awaits you for refreshments. A nice climb in the area

BasHV ^premium

1 y 2.0

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Cycled up and also descended. Asphalt in 1st part of climb is now and super tight. 2nd part less good and also some potholes.
Nice climb mainly through forest, so not many viewpoints.

XerckD

1 y 4.0

I took the descent on this one. Wow! Great flow, new tarmac and some tight banked hairpins. Adrenalin guaranteed. Light traffic on a wide road.

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:24:46
11 km/h	00:53:57
15 km/h	00:39:33
19 km/h	00:31:14

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col du Chioula can be cycled from 4 sides. Col du Chioula from Ascou is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col du Chioula from Prades, Col du Chioula from Vaychis & Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes.

Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes 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 du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes 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 du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes is 9.9 km long.

The average gradient of Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes is 7.2%.

Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13%.

The summit of Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes is at 1432 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:24:46 to climb Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes. At 11 km/h the time is 00:53:57, and at 15 km/h 00:39:33. For the fastest cyclists, 00:31:14 is an achievable time.

Col du Chioula from Ax-les-Thermes is located in the region Ariège in France.

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