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Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri

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Elevation profile Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri

Statistics

Difficulty points 1151
Length 6.7 mi
Average gradient 9.1%
Steepest segment 20%
Total ascent 3238 ft

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Hidden gem
9 hairpin turns
#53 toughest climb of France
#22 most elevation gain of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
#43 longest climb of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri is a climb in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques. It is 6.7 mi long and bridges 3238 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1151. The top of the ascent is located at 3786 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: D 428

3.0 by Laika11
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Done in the sequence after the col d'irey and the descent to saint Michel (degraded asphalt, see col d'irey experience). Found it less sustained than the latter, even if the ride to Elhulsaro remains sustained, then calms down as you continue on to Arnostegui. Beware of the many dung beetles and pilgrims that dot the road in summer 😅... read more

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Done in the sequence after the col d'irey and the descent to saint Michel (degraded asphalt, see col d'irey experience).
Found it less sustained than the latter, even if the ride to Elhulsaro remains sustained, then calms down as you continue on to Arnostegui.
Beware of the many dung beetles and pilgrims that dot the road in summer 😅

Effectuée dans l enchaînement après le col d irey et descente sur saint Michel (asphalte dégradée cf expérience col d irey)
Trouvée moins soutenue que cette dernière même si la poursuite jusqu’à Elhulsaro reste soutenue puis cela se calme en poursuivant sur arnostegui
Attention aux nombreuses bouses et pèlerins qui parsèment la route en période estivale 😅

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:21:02
7 mph 00:57:22
9 mph 00:44:42
12 mph 00:33:35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col d'Elhulsaro can be cycled from 4 sides. Col d'Elhursaro from Ondarolle is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col d'Elhulsaro from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri & Col d'Elhulsaro from Pagola.

Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri 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 d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri is 6.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri is 9.1%.

Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20%.

The summit of Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri is at 3786 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:21:02 to climb Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri. At 7 mph the time is 00:57:22, and at 9 mph 00:44:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:33:35 is an achievable time.

Col d'Elhulsaro from Zihisarri is located in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France.

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