Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao

Difficulty points	347
Length	17.2 mi
Average gradient	2.9%
Steepest segment	6.7%
Total ascent	2677 ft

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HerrWeed ^premium

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Steady manageable climb. Nothing very steep. Pavement is mostly good but on the side road conditions get a little rougher. Light traffic. Found a small store with fresh croissants, nice! Some short loops to ride right off this climb.

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The climb starts at the exit of the roundabout at Folelli on a road that starts out a little bof bof and then picks up pace throughout this very fine ascent, which is sometimes in the shade and sometimes in full sun. The road is not very busy with cars, which makes it a pleasant outing. I would recommend doing this route as it offers superb views, as you climb relatively high into the mountains to enjoy extraordinary panoramas.

Climbing times

5 mph	03:28:05
7 mph	02:27:19
9 mph	01:54:48
12 mph	01:26:15

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Col d’Arcarota can be cycled from 4 sides. Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao via D330, Col d'Arcarota from Carcheto-Brustico & Col d'Arcarota from Pietricaggio.

You don't need special gearing for Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao. 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.

Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao 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 d’Arcarota from San Nicolao is 17.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao is 2.9%.

Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 6.7%.

The summit of Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao is at 2697 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:28:05 to climb Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao. At 7 mph the time is 02:27:19, and at 9 mph 01:54:48. For the fastest cyclists, 01:26:15 is an achievable time.

Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao is located in the region Corsica in France.

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Col d’Arcarota from San Nicolao

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