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Mont Barbonnet from Sospel

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Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
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Elevation profile Mont Barbonnet from Sospel

Statistics

Difficulty points 293
Length 4.5 km
Average gradient 7.4%
Steepest 100 metres 15.2%
Total ascent 333 m

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
14 hairpin turns
#99 toughest climb of Alpes-Maritimes
#42 average steepest climb of Alpes-Maritimes
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Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is a climb in the region Alpes-Maritimes. It is 4.5 km long and bridges 333 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 293. The top of the ascent is located at 759 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 5 photos.

Road names: La Colleta Plantier, Roccas, Saint Jean & Barbon

4.0 by Cromagnon
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
What a climb! Bunkers from the Maginot Line, donkeys, horses, old abandoned cars, a military fort, all on a deserted and very bumpy road with irregular and serious gradients. The area is wild. The road is from another era... The era of the forgotten 403? The scenery isn't stunning, but the pleasure lies elsewhere. Beware of the risk of punctures on the descent. There's never a dull moment. I really enjoyed it!... read more

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What a climb!
Bunkers from the Maginot Line, donkeys, horses, old abandoned cars, a military fort, all on a deserted and very bumpy road with irregular and serious gradients.
The area is wild. The road is from another era... The era of the forgotten 403?
The scenery isn't stunning, but the pleasure lies elsewhere.
Beware of the risk of punctures on the descent.
There's never a dull moment.
I really enjoyed it!

Chouette ascension !
Des bunkers de la ligne Maginot, des ânes, des chevaux, des vieilles bagnoles abandonnées, un fort militaire, le tout sur une route déserte et bien cabossée qui offre des pourcentages irréguliers et sérieux.
Le coin est sauvage. La route est d’une autre époque… De l’époque de la 403 oubliée ?
Les paysages ne sont pas renversants mais le plaisir est ailleurs.
Attention aux risques de crevaisons dans la descente.
On ne s’ennuie pas.
J’ai bien aimé !

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
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Cromagnon
Cromagnon premium
1 y 4.0
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French. Show original

What a climb!
Bunkers from the Maginot Line, donkeys, horses, old abandoned cars, a military fort, all on a deserted and very bumpy road with irregular and serious gradients.
The area is wild. The road is from another era... The era of the forgotten 403?
The scenery isn't stunning, but the pleasure lies elsewhere.
Beware of the risk of punctures on the descent.
There's never a dull moment.
I really enjoyed it!

Chouette ascension !
Des bunkers de la ligne Maginot, des ânes, des chevaux, des vieilles bagnoles abandonnées, un fort militaire, le tout sur une route déserte et bien cabossée qui offre des pourcentages irréguliers et sérieux.
Le coin est sauvage. La route est d’une autre époque… De l’époque de la 403 oubliée ?
Les paysages ne sont pas renversants mais le plaisir est ailleurs.
Attention aux risques de crevaisons dans la descente.
On ne s’ennuie pas.
J’ai bien aimé !

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
Mont Barbonnet from Sospel
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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:38:40
11 km/h 00:24:36
15 km/h 00:18:02
19 km/h 00:14:14

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel 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!

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel 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, Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is not a problem.

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is 4.5 km long.

The average gradient of Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is 7.4%.

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.2%.

The summit of Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is at 759 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:38:40 to climb Mont Barbonnet from Sospel. At 11 km/h the time is 00:24:36, and at 15 km/h 00:18:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:14:14 is an achievable time.

Mont Barbonnet from Sospel is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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