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Col de Carcanières

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Elevation profile Col de Carcanières

Statistics

Difficulty points 307
Length 2 mi
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest segment 15.9%
Total ascent 919 ft

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Beautiful scenery
3 hairpin turns
#28 toughest climb of Aude
#72 most elevation gain of Aude
#22 average steepest climb of Aude
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Col de Carcanières is a climb in the region Aude. It is 2 mi long and bridges 919 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 307. The top of the ascent is located at 3983 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: D25

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:23:46
7 mph 00:16:49
9 mph 00:13:07
12 mph 00:09:51

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Carcanières can be cycled from 3 sides. Col de Carcanières is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Carcanières from Quérigut & Col de Carcanières from Le Pla.

Col de Carcanières 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 de Carcanières 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 de Carcanières is 2 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Carcanières is 8.8%.

Col de Carcanières has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.9%.

The summit of Col de Carcanières is at 3983 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:23:46 to climb Col de Carcanières. At 7 mph the time is 00:16:49, and at 9 mph 00:13:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:51 is an achievable time.

Col de Carcanières is located in the region Aude in France.

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