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Alpe des Chaux from Gryon

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Elevation profile Alpe des Chaux from Gryon

Statistics

Difficulty points 591
Length 3.3 mi
Average gradient 10.4%
Steepest segment 13.7%
Total ascent 1808 ft

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9 hairpin turns
Bad road
#36 toughest climb of Vaud
#47 most elevation gain of Vaud
#68 longest climb of Vaud
#14 average steepest climb of Vaud
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Alpe des Chaux from Gryon is a climb in the region Vaud. It is 3.3 mi long and bridges 1808 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 591. The top of the ascent is located at 5781 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Route des Frasses & Route des Chaux

5.0 by ebnch
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Very steep ascent from the village of Gryon to the top of the cable car at Alpe des Chaux. Small road through the chalets, then alpine pasture road. Little traffic and beautiful views of the mountains. Option to continue further on gravel or return down the climb on a road bike. Road in poor condition on the last section and cow paths. Restaurant at the summit.... read more

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Very steep ascent from the village of Gryon to the top of the cable car at Alpe des Chaux. Small road through the chalets, then alpine pasture road. Little traffic and beautiful views of the mountains. Option to continue further on gravel or return down the climb on a road bike. Road in poor condition on the last section and cow paths. Restaurant at the summit.

Montée très raide du village de Gryon jusqu'en haut de la télécabine à l'Alpe des Chaux. Petite route au milieu des chalets, puis route d'alpage. Peu de circulations et belle vue sur les montagnes. Possibilité de continuer plus loin en gravel ou bien de redescendre par la montée empruntée avec un vélo de route. Route avec des parties en mauvais états sur la dernière partie et présence de passages à vache. Restaurant au sommet.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:39:46
7 mph 00:28:09
9 mph 00:21:56
12 mph 00:16:29

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alpe des Chaux from Gryon 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!

Alpe des Chaux from Gryon 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!

Alpe des Chaux from Gryon is 3.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Alpe des Chaux from Gryon is 10.4%.

Alpe des Chaux from Gryon has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.7%.

The summit of Alpe des Chaux from Gryon is at 5781 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:39:46 to climb Alpe des Chaux from Gryon. At 7 mph the time is 00:28:09, and at 9 mph 00:21:56. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:29 is an achievable time.

Alpe des Chaux from Gryon is located in the region Vaud in Switzerland.

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