Col d'Irey from Urrutia

Col d'Irey can be cycled from 2 sides. Col d'Irey from Urrutia is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col d'Irey from Estérencuby.

Col d'Irey from Urrutia 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'Irey from Urrutia 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'Irey from Urrutia is 3 mi long.

The average gradient of Col d'Irey from Urrutia is 10.4%.

Col d'Irey from Urrutia has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 22%.

The summit of Col d'Irey from Urrutia is at 2490 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:36:43 to climb Col d'Irey from Urrutia. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:00, and at 9 mph 00:20:15. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:13 is an achievable time.

Col d'Irey from Urrutia is located in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France.