Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes

Col de Chire Blanc can be cycled from 3 sides. Col de Chire Blanc from Vèze is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes & Col de Chire Blanc via Bonmorin.

Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes 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 Chire Blanc from Ardes 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 Chire Blanc from Ardes is 3.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes is 7.2%.

Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.7%.

The summit of Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes is at 3494 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:42:44 to climb Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes. At 7 mph the time is 00:30:15, and at 9 mph 00:23:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:43 is an achievable time.

Col de Chire Blanc from Ardes is located in the region Puy-de-Dôme in France.