Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial

Lachamp Raphael can be cycled from 2 sides. Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Lachamp Raphael from Burzet.

You don't need special gearing for Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial 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!

Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial is 12.8 km long.

The average gradient of Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial is 4.5%.

Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.2%.

The summit of Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial is at 1326 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:49:35 to climb Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial. At 11 km/h the time is 01:09:44, and at 15 km/h 00:51:08. For the fastest cyclists, 00:40:22 is an achievable time.

Lachamp Raphael from Saint Martial is located in the region Ardèche in France.