Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud

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Difficulty points	192
Length	3.7 km
Average gradient	6.8%
Steepest 100 metres	11%
Total ascent	254 m

Difficulty points

192

Length

3.7 km

Average gradient

6.8%

Steepest 100 metres

11%

Total ascent

254 m

Short recap

3 hairpin turns

#2 toughest climb of Creuse

#8 most elevation gain of Creuse

#14 longest climb of Creuse

#6 average steepest climb of Creuse

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I climbed it during the Haut-Viennoise in 2023, and I'll be back in 2024, hoping to get to the bottom of the hump fresher!

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:31:50
11 km/h	00:20:15
15 km/h	00:14:51
19 km/h	00:11:43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Saint-Goussaud can be cycled from 2 sides. Saint-Goussaud from Arrènes is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud.

Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud 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!

Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud 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, Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud is not a problem.

Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud is 3.7 km long.

The average gradient of Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud is 6.8%.

Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11%.

The summit of Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud is at 667 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:31:50 to climb Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud. At 11 km/h the time is 00:20:15, and at 15 km/h 00:14:51. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:43 is an achievable time.

Saint-Goussaud from Champegaud is located in the region Creuse in France.

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