Trabesson from Vals le Chastel

Trabesson can be cycled from 2 sides. Trabesson from Barthol is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Trabesson from Vals le Chastel.

Trabesson from Vals le Chastel 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!

Trabesson from Vals le Chastel 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!

Trabesson from Vals le Chastel is 9.6 km long.

The average gradient of Trabesson from Vals le Chastel is 6.2%.

Trabesson from Vals le Chastel has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.9%.

The summit of Trabesson from Vals le Chastel is at 1105 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:22:22 to climb Trabesson from Vals le Chastel. At 11 km/h the time is 00:52:25, and at 15 km/h 00:38:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:30:20 is an achievable time.

Trabesson from Vals le Chastel is located in the region Haute-Loire in France.