Col d’Èze from Nice

Difficulty points	334
Length	6.2 mi
Average gradient	5%
Steepest segment	8.8%
Total ascent	1640 ft

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aaabbb ^premium

2 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

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After the first few hectometres in the city, the rest, and especially the second half, is absolutely magnificent all the way through, with beautiful, unobstructed views! I did it without too many cars, but that can be a problem if there's more traffic.

DaveCH ^premium

4 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

Great quality roads, and was quiet in January. Nice and sustained with a great descent giving views of Monaco. Did this on the way to Col de la Madone from Nice - great warmup!

YetiJ ^premium

5 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Mostly moderate gradients, but some stunning scenery. At the bottom, the views are over the city of Nice. Then the road twists to give views in land to the mountains. After the Col de Quatre Chemin, the views are over the sea and the coast. A must do, not because it is especially difficult or long, but simply because of its history in the final stage of Paris-Nice, and because of the views.

Wilko72

9 Mo 3.0 via the Climbfinder app

Not the highest summit, however, I started at sea level in Villefranche Sur Mer, so a tough first 4km to Chemin du Vinagrier and then levels off for last 3.5km to summit. Worthwhile doing if you're in the area. Descent into Monaco is stunning

Malococsis

10 Mo 4.0 01:32:34 (4 mph)

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Completed on 29/11/2024

I took a 10-minute break to help a car that couldn't start, and then a 20-minute break because I had a puncture in my rear tyre. So next time I'll have to manage to improve my time!

Magnificent views on this climb, very pleasant to do early in the morning.

Croketador ^premium

11 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

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The first part of the climb is quite physical, but there are some superb views of the corniche that are a must-see!

FrostyRemo ^premium

1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Came up the Grande Corniche - it’s a rather abrupt start. Plenty of traffic - no views today - low lying cloud - we pushed on to the Trophy of Augustus.

yanis ^premium

1 y 4.0

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Climb following the RGA route over the Col de Villefranche. The first few kilometres are in town but the road has a cycle lane. Arriving at the Col des Quatre Chemins, a ramp at around 9％ over 900m forced me to stop. After that, the climb is steady and is accompanied by a short descent before reaching the sign for the pass. Take some photos before the descent, as the view from the signpost is nothing special.

LucJansen ^premium

1 y 3.0

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Climbed 21 March 2022 during Paris-Nice Challenge, but from Col de Quatre Chemins. Then the last stretch to Col d'Eze is a breeze. Still a climb, though. No facilities at the summit. Nice views, though.

Cromagnon ^premium

1 y 3.0

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The people of Nice seemed so proud of it. So, yes, this climb offers some fine views of the coastline, but I was disappointed all the same. The road is good but rather busy (we are in the summer).
Cyclists have a corridor on the right-hand side of the road. The gradients are gentle. At the top? Nothing!

Bikenbeers ^premium

2 y 4.0 00:51:00 (7.3 mph)

A nice climb if you are visiting Nice. I did it twice just so I could get a PB! There is a bit of traffic leaving Nice but it soon turns into a low traffic ride. There are also a few flatter sections which helped my recovery. The view from the top section is very nice. I did both rides early morning

Bougrelon

4 y 3.0 00:33:53 (11.1 mph)

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Very nice view as you approach the summit. Steep start when leaving the city for 2 KM. Climb with many changes of pace.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:15:21
7 mph	00:53:20
9 mph	00:41:34
12 mph	00:31:14

Road surface condition

80% 16% 4%

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Traffic

61% 22% 17%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col d’Èze can be cycled from 2 sides. Col d’Èze from Nice is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col d’Èze from Villefranche-sur-Mer.

You don't need special gearing for Col d’Èze from Nice. 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’Èze from Nice 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’Èze from Nice is 6.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Col d’Èze from Nice is 5%.

Col d’Èze from Nice has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.8%.

The summit of Col d’Èze from Nice is at 1663 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:15:21 to climb Col d’Èze from Nice. At 7 mph the time is 00:53:20, and at 9 mph 00:41:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:31:14 is an achievable time.

Col d’Èze from Nice is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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Col d’Èze from Nice

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