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Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt

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In some places the road surface of this climb is bad, but it can be ridden with a road bike.
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Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt
Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt
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Difficulty points 446
Length 7.8 mi
Average gradient 5.4%
Steepest segment 9.9%
Total ascent 2231 ft

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Hidden gem
4 hairpin turns
Bad road
#33 toughest climb of Grand Est
#27 most elevation gain of Grand Est
#44 longest climb of Grand Est
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Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt is a climb in the region Upper Rhine. It is 7.8 mi long and bridges 2231 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 446. The top of the ascent is located at 3848 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road names: Rue de l'Elbach, Route de la Fennematt, Route du Grand Langenberg & D 465

2.0 by drheff
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The road through the forest to Col du Hirtzelach is OK for the first few km but when it gets steeper and steeper, it get worse and worse. By the end near the top of the cols its a mixture of gravel and chunky pot holed old tarmac. The downhill afterwards is just as bad and if its autumn or otherwise poor weather - be careful. We had lots of mud and leaves, even when the road got better when you go up hill again towards the main road the surface is very poor. Once on the main road, its easy. Go, ... read more

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Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt
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The road through the forest to Col du Hirtzelach is OK for the first few km but when it gets steeper and steeper, it get worse and worse. By the end near the top of the cols its a mixture of gravel and chunky pot holed old tarmac. The downhill afterwards is just as bad and if its autumn or otherwise poor weather - be careful. We had lots of mud and leaves, even when the road got better when you go up hill again towards the main road the surface is very poor. Once on the main road, its easy. Go, as long as you understand you are in for an adventure :)

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:34:41
7 mph 01:07:02
9 mph 00:52:14
12 mph 00:39:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ballon d'Alsace can be cycled from 4 sides. Ballon d’Alsace from Saint Maurice sur Moselle is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen, Ballon d’Alsace from Giromagny & Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt.

You don't need special gearing for Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt 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!

Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt is 7.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt is 5.4%.

Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.9%.

The summit of Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt is at 3848 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:34:41 to climb Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt. At 7 mph the time is 01:07:02, and at 9 mph 00:52:14. For the fastest cyclists, 00:39:15 is an achievable time.

Ballon d'Alsace from Sewen via Route de la Fennematt is located in the region Upper Rhine in France.

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