Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas

Statistics

Difficulty points	519
Length	8.9 mi
Average gradient	5.4%
Steepest segment	10.9%
Total ascent	2526 ft

Difficulty points

519

Length

8.9 mi

Average gradient

5.4%

Steepest segment

10.9%

Total ascent

2526 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns

#46 toughest climb of Massif Central

#55 most elevation gain of Massif Central

#28 longest climb of Cévennes

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Reviews (2)

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Nice climb with a beautiful view at the summit, the beginning is tough then the rest is more regular

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Beautiful surroundings and little traffic. Very hot in the middle of summer, so leaving early is the best option.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:47:20
7 mph	01:15:59
9 mph	00:59:13
12 mph	00:44:29

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Croix Blanche can be cycled from 5 sides. Col de la Croix Blanche from Malarce-sur-Thines is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Croix Blanche from Ribes, Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas, Col de Croix Blanche from Lablachère & Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas via Saint Pierre Saint Jean.

You don't need special gearing for Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas. 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 Croix Blanche from Chambonas 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 Croix Blanche from Chambonas is 8.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas is 5.4%.

Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.9%.

The summit of Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas is at 2913 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:47:20 to climb Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas. At 7 mph the time is 01:15:59, and at 9 mph 00:59:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:44:29 is an achievable time.

Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas is located in the region Ardèche in France.

Col de la Croix Blanche from Chambonas

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Reviews (2)

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Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

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