Col de Chansert from Vertolaye

Col de Chansert can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Chansert from Job is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Chansert from Vertolaye.

You don't need special gearing for Col de Chansert from Vertolaye. 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 de Chansert from Vertolaye 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 Chansert from Vertolaye is 8.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Chansert from Vertolaye is 5.2%.

Col de Chansert from Vertolaye has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.5%.

The summit of Col de Chansert from Vertolaye is at 4058 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:46:43 to climb Col de Chansert from Vertolaye. At 7 mph the time is 01:15:33, and at 9 mph 00:58:52. For the fastest cyclists, 00:44:14 is an achievable time.

Col de Chansert from Vertolaye is located in the region Puy-de-Dôme in France.