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Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux

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Elevation profile Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux

Statistics

Difficulty points 300
Length 3.8 mi
Average gradient 6.5%
Steepest segment 16.4%
Total ascent 1296 ft

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Beautiful scenery
5 hairpin turns
#50 toughest climb of Monts du Forez
#55 most elevation gain of Monts du Forez
#94 longest climb of Monts du Forez
#80 average steepest climb of Monts du Forez
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Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is a climb in the region Loire. It is 3.8 mi long and bridges 1296 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 300. The top of the ascent is located at 2625 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Route Saint André, Route de Prefol & D51

3.0 by Grim
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Of the two lanes leading to Arcon, I prefer this one because it has more peachy start-up. Very little road traffic.... read more

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French. Show original

Of the two lanes leading to Arcon, I prefer this one because it has more peachy start-up.
Very little road traffic.

Des deux voies qui mènent à Arcon, je préfère celle-ci car plus pêchue au démarrage.
très peu de trafic routier.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:45:43
7 mph 00:32:22
9 mph 00:25:13
12 mph 00:18:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Arcon can be cycled from 2 sides. Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Arcon from Saint-André-d'Apchon.

Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux 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!

Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux 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!

Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is 3.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is 6.5%.

Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.4%.

The summit of Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is at 2625 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:45:43 to climb Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux. At 7 mph the time is 00:32:22, and at 9 mph 00:25:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:18:57 is an achievable time.

Arcon from Saint Alban les Eaux is located in the region Loire in France.

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