Route des Ichantes

Route des Ichantes 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 Ichantes 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 des Ichantes is 4.2 km long.

The average gradient of Route des Ichantes is 10.5%.

Route des Ichantes has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.6%.

The summit of Route des Ichantes is at 1013 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:36:11 to climb Route des Ichantes. At 11 km/h the time is 00:23:02, and at 15 km/h 00:16:53. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:20 is an achievable time.

Route des Ichantes is located in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France.