Barrage de Moiry from Zinal

Barrage de Moiry can be cycled from 3 sides. Barrage de Moiry from Sierre via Grimentz is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Barrage de Moiry from Chippis via Briey & Barrage de Moiry from Zinal.

Barrage de Moiry from Zinal 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!

Barrage de Moiry from Zinal is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Barrage de Moiry from Zinal is 7.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Barrage de Moiry from Zinal is 6.9%.

Barrage de Moiry from Zinal has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.6%.

The summit of Barrage de Moiry from Zinal is at 7385 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:27:40 to climb Barrage de Moiry from Zinal. At 7 mph the time is 01:02:04, and at 9 mph 00:48:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:36:20 is an achievable time.

Barrage de Moiry from Zinal is located in the region Valais in Switzerland.