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Plan Villard from Arêches

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Elevation profile Plan Villard from Arêches

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Difficulty points 364
Length 6 km
Average gradient 7%
Steepest 100 metres 17.5%
Total ascent 415 m
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Plan Villard from Arêches is a climb in the region Savoie. It is 6 km long and bridges 415 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 364. The top of the ascent is located at 1412 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: Route du Planay & Route du Plan Villard

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A climb with some very steep sections in a beautiful setting.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:51:02
11 km/h 00:32:28
15 km/h 00:23:48
19 km/h 00:18:48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plan Villard from Arêches 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!

Plan Villard from Arêches 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!

Plan Villard from Arêches is 6 km long.

The average gradient of Plan Villard from Arêches is 7%.

Plan Villard from Arêches has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.5%.

The summit of Plan Villard from Arêches is at 1412 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:51:02 to climb Plan Villard from Arêches. At 11 km/h the time is 00:32:28, and at 15 km/h 00:23:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:18:48 is an achievable time.

Plan Villard from Arêches is located in the region Savoie in France.

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