Col de la Barricaude

Statistics

Difficulty points	392
Length	8.3 mi
Average gradient	5.2%
Steepest segment	9.1%
Total ascent	2287 ft

Difficulty points

392

Length

8.3 mi

Average gradient

5.2%

Steepest segment

9.1%

Total ascent

2287 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

5 hairpin turns

#38 toughest climb of Ardèche

#76 most elevation gain of Massif Central

#40 longest climb of Ardèche

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Reviews (2)

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JeanmichelP

1 y 5.0

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Very beautiful pass..exceptional environment in the local vegetation...enjoy yourself..braquet 34 28 moulinez..1 hour of pure happiness....this climb goes as well with you as tequila with coarse salt or beaujolpif with a camembert..a reminder of life...

Ninka

1 y 4.0

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Superb Ardèche route, quiet, steep and 100％ fun.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:40:43
7 mph	01:11:18
9 mph	00:55:34
12 mph	00:41:44

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Col de la Barricaude. 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 la Barricaude 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 la Barricaude is 8.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de la Barricaude is 5.2%.

Col de la Barricaude has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.1%.

The summit of Col de la Barricaude is at 4032 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:40:43 to climb Col de la Barricaude. At 7 mph the time is 01:11:18, and at 9 mph 00:55:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:41:44 is an achievable time.

Col de la Barricaude is located in the region Ardèche in France.

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