Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente

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 from Gap via Route de la Descente 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 from Gap via Route de la Descente 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 from Gap via Route de la Descente is 4.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente is 7%.

Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.2%.

The summit of Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente is at 4098 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:53:11 to climb Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente. At 7 mph the time is 00:37:39, and at 9 mph 00:29:21. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:03 is an achievable time.

Col Bayard from Gap via Route de la Descente is located in the region Hautes Alpes in France.