Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz

Route de Bande can be cycled from 2 sides. Route de Bande from Saint Christophe La Grotte is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz.

Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz 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!

Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz 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!

Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz is 5.4 km long.

The average gradient of Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz is 9.9%.

Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.4%.

The summit of Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz is at 953 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:45:59 to climb Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz. At 11 km/h the time is 00:29:15, and at 15 km/h 00:21:27. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:56 is an achievable time.

Route de Bande from Saint Pierre-de-Genebroz is located in the region Savoie in France.