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Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud

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Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud
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Elevation profile Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud

Statistics

Difficulty points 414
Length 7.9 km
Average gradient 6.2%
Steepest 100 metres 14.1%
Total ascent 485 m

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#98 longest climb of Grenoble
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Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is a climb in the region Grenoble. It is 7.9 km long and bridges 485 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 414. The top of the ascent is located at 976 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: D285

4.0 by eulmatt
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Take this route on the way back from Le Granier or from Champareillan to reach the Chartreuse balconies towards the Col de Marcieu. This climb is little-known and overshadowed by the neighbouring passes, but it certainly deserves to be recognised in its own right. The start of the climb from La Palud is brutal, and it takes several kilometres to find some flat sections where you can catch your breath. This is followed by an uneven climb, with a few steep sections, but also the feeling of being a... read more

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Take this route on the way back from Le Granier or from Champareillan to reach the Chartreuse balconies towards the Col de Marcieu. This climb is little-known and overshadowed by the neighbouring passes, but it certainly deserves to be recognised in its own right. The start of the climb from La Palud is brutal, and it takes several kilometres to find some flat sections where you can catch your breath. This is followed by an uneven climb, with a few steep sections, but also the feeling of being alone in the world, clinging to the western slope of the Chartreuse, not to mention the breathtaking views over Belledonne and beyond.

A emprunter sur le retour du Granier ou à partir de Champareillan pour accéder aux balcons de Chartreuse vers le col de Marcieu. Cette montée est méconnue et effacée par les cols avoisinants mais elle mérite bien d'être reconnue à part entière. L'entrée en matière à partir de La Palud est brutale et il faut de longs kilomètres pour trouver quelques replats et récupérer. On enchaîne ensuite avec une montée irrégulière, quelques coups de cul mais aussi l'impression d'être seul au monde accroché au versant ouest de la Chartreuse, sans parler des points de vue époustouflants sur Belledonne et au-delà.

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If you shy away from the idea of climbing the very difficult Col du Granier via Chapareillan, this climb is a less arduous alternative. That said, it's not to be underestimated. Long, very exposed to the sun in the first part, then more sheltered but uneven, it has a few short, steep sections.

There are some fine views of the Isère valley and the Montmélian cluse along the way. In the distance, towards the rear, you can sometimes make out Mont Blanc.

Those feeling sufficiently fit can then continue to the Col de Marcieu and then the Plateau des Petites Roches, via a rollercoaster route.

Si on recule devant l'idée de grimper le très difficile col du Granier par Chapareillan, cette montée-là est une solution de repli moins ardue. Ceci dit, elle n'est pas à sous-estimer. Longue, très exposée au soleil dans sa première partie puis plus abritée mais irrégulière, elle présente quelques courtes sections bien pentues.

À noter qu'elle commence en fait à Chapareillan même, plus bas que La Palud, et que donc elle est plus longue d'environ 2 km qu'indiqué ici. Ce début de montée est commun à celui du col du Granier.

De beaux points de vue sur la vallée de l'Isère et la cluse de Montmélian se dévoilent le long de la montée. Au loin, vers l'arrière, on distingue parfois le Mont Blanc.

Ceux qui se sentent suffisamment en forme peuvent prolonger ensuite jusqu'au col de Marcieu puis le plateau des Petites Roches, par une route en montagnes russes très ombragée et spectaculaire.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:07:22
11 km/h 00:42:52
15 km/h 00:31:26
19 km/h 00:24:49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sainte Marie du Mont can be cycled from 2 sides. Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Sainte Marie du Mont from La Flachère.

Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud 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!

Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud 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!

Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is 7.9 km long.

The average gradient of Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is 6.2%.

Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.1%.

The summit of Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is at 976 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:07:22 to climb Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud. At 11 km/h the time is 00:42:52, and at 15 km/h 00:31:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:24:49 is an achievable time.

Sainte Marie du Mont from La Palud is located in the region Isère in France.

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