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Col Bayard

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Elevation profile Col Bayard

Statistics

Difficulty points 385
Length 4.8 mi
Average gradient 6.5%
Steepest segment 13.5%
Total ascent 1647 ft

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9 hairpin turns
#68 toughest climb of Hautes Alpes
#65 most elevation gain of Hautes Alpes
#73 longest climb of Hautes Alpes
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Col Bayard is a climb in the region Serre Ponçon. It is 4.8 mi long and bridges 1647 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 385. The top of the ascent is located at 4114 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: N85 & Route de Grenoble

2.0 by GB44
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
This pass was part of the Tour de France 2024 stage on day 1. It's not a very pleasant road pass, with a wide road and lots of traffic, and there's no shade when it's hot.... read more

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GB44
GB44
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This pass was part of the Tour de France 2024 stage on day 1. It's not a very pleasant road pass, with a wide road and lots of traffic, and there's no shade when it's hot.

Col fait lors de l'étape du tour de france 2024 à j-1, c est un col routier peu agréable, avec une route large et beaucoup de circulation, de plus lors de fortes chaleurs il n'y a aucun endroit ombragé.

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5 y 3.0
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The climb builds up nicely. It is a busy road (Route Napoleon). But there are bicycle lanes.

De klim bouwt mooi op. Wel een drukke weg (Route Napoleon). Maar wel fietsstroken.

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Chris
6 y
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Busy road with lots of traffic, conclude with Col de Glaize where it is quiet! Beautiful surroundings.

Drukke weg met veel verkeer, afsluiten met Col de Glaize waar het heerlijk rustig is! Prachtige omgeving.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:58:03
7 mph 00:41:05
9 mph 00:32:01
12 mph 00:24:03

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col Bayard can be cycled from 3 sides. Col Bayard from Gap is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col Bayard from Saint Bonnet en Champsaur & Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente.

Col Bayard 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!

Col Bayard 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!

Col Bayard is 4.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Col Bayard is 6.5%.

Col Bayard has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.5%.

The summit of Col Bayard is at 4114 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:58:03 to climb Col Bayard. At 7 mph the time is 00:41:05, and at 9 mph 00:32:01. For the fastest cyclists, 00:24:03 is an achievable time.

Col Bayard is located in the region Hautes Alpes in France.

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