Route des Arambeaux from Barcus

Route des Arambeaux can be cycled from 2 sides. Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Route des Arambeaux from Hergilota.

Route des Arambeaux from Barcus 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 des Arambeaux from Barcus 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, Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is not a problem.

Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is 2.5 km long.

The average gradient of Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is 7.3%.

Route des Arambeaux from Barcus has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.1%.

The summit of Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is at 388 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:21:22 to climb Route des Arambeaux from Barcus. At 11 km/h the time is 00:13:35, and at 15 km/h 00:09:58. For the fastest cyclists, 00:07:52 is an achievable time.

Route des Arambeaux from Barcus is located in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France.