Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet

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Difficulty points	440
Length	6.5 km
Average gradient	7.7%
Steepest 100 metres	14.5%
Total ascent	496 m

Difficulty points

440

Length

6.5 km

Average gradient

7.7%

Steepest 100 metres

14.5%

Total ascent

496 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

6 hairpin turns

#93 toughest climb of Massif Central

#40 most elevation gain of Monts du Forez

#86 longest climb of Monts du Forez

#40 average steepest climb of Monts du Forez

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Climb that starts quietly from the village, but gets really punchy after a while at a left turn. Into the forest come quite steep sections. Nice view on top.

Climbing times

7 km/h	00:55:17
11 km/h	00:35:11
15 km/h	00:25:48
19 km/h	00:20:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze can be cycled from 8 sides. Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Lascours is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Granoux, Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Chamalières sur Loire, Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet, Suc d'Émeral / Planèze via La Fayolle, Suc d'Émeral / Planèze via Mézères, Suc d'Émeral / Planèze via La Tourelle & Suc d'Émeral / Planèze Blanlhac from Blanlhac.

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet 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!

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet 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!

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet is 6.5 km long.

The average gradient of Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet is 7.7%.

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet is at 1010 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:55:17 to climb Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet. At 11 km/h the time is 00:35:11, and at 15 km/h 00:25:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:22 is an achievable time.

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet is located in the region Haute-Loire in France.

Suc d'Émeral / Planèze from Retourmaguet

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