Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude

Statistics

Difficulty points	348
Length	7.5 mi
Average gradient	5.1%
Steepest segment	9.4%
Total ascent	2018 ft

Difficulty points

348

Length

7.5 mi

Average gradient

5.1%

Steepest segment

9.4%

Total ascent

2018 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

#28 toughest climb of Burgundy-Franche-Comté

#13 most elevation gain of Burgundy-Franche-Comté

#23 longest climb of Burgundy-Franche-Comté

#69 average steepest climb of Jura

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Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude

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Quite a nice steady climb, but over a busy motorway. However, there is plenty of room

Climbing times

5 mph	01:30:47
7 mph	01:04:16
9 mph	00:50:05
12 mph	00:37:38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Croix de la Serra can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint-Germain-de-Joux.

You don't need special gearing for Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude. 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 de la Serra from Saint Claude 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 de la Serra from Saint Claude is 7.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude is 5.1%.

Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.4%.

The summit of Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude is at 3442 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:30:47 to climb Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude. At 7 mph the time is 01:04:16, and at 9 mph 00:50:05. For the fastest cyclists, 00:37:38 is an achievable time.

Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude is located in the region Jura in France.

Col de la Croix de la Serra from Saint Claude

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