Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie

Statistics

Difficulty points	211
Length	3.1 mi
Average gradient	6%
Steepest segment	13.1%
Total ascent	965 ft

Difficulty points

211

Length

3.1 mi

Average gradient

Steepest segment

13.1%

Total ascent

965 ft

Short recap

6 hairpin turns

#100 toughest climb of Upper Rhine

#94 most elevation gain of Upper Rhine

#84 longest climb of Upper Rhine

#88 average steepest climb of Upper Rhine

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Once you turn of the main road, you get to the steepest parts of the climb.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:36:55
7 mph	00:26:08
9 mph	00:20:22
12 mph	00:15:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Chamont can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Chamont from Fréland.

Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie 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 Chamont from Lapoutroie is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is not a problem.

Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is 6%.

Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.1%.

The summit of Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is at 2234 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:36:55 to climb Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:08, and at 9 mph 00:20:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:18 is an achievable time.

Col de Chamont from Lapoutroie is located in the region Upper Rhine in France.

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