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Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent

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Elevation profile Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent

Statistics

Difficulty points 543
Length 7.1 mi
Average gradient 6%
Steepest segment 14%
Total ascent 2254 ft

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Hidden gem
10 hairpin turns
#28 toughest climb of Pyrénées-Orientales
#27 most elevation gain of Pyrénées-Orientales
#36 longest climb of Pyrénées-Orientales
#51 average steepest climb of Pyrénées-Orientales
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Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is a climb in the region Pyrénées-Orientales. It is 7.1 mi long and bridges 2254 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 543. The top of the ascent is located at 3684 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: D116

4.0 by Pino
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Very snappy! Last stretch is a gravel road. Beautiful views at the top.... read more

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

Very snappy! Last stretch is a gravel road. Beautiful views at the top.

Heel pittig! Laatste stuk is een grindweg. Prachtige uitzichten boven.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:25:27
7 mph 01:00:30
9 mph 00:47:09
12 mph 00:35:25

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent 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 Jou from Villefranche de Conflent 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 Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is 7.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is 6%.

Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is at 3684 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:25:27 to climb Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent. At 7 mph the time is 01:00:30, and at 9 mph 00:47:09. For the fastest cyclists, 00:35:25 is an achievable time.

Col de Jou from Villefranche de Conflent is located in the region Pyrénées-Orientales in France.

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