Col de la Givrine from Begnins

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Difficulty points	368
Length	10.5 mi
Average gradient	4.1%
Steepest segment	8.6%
Total ascent	2260 ft

Difficulty points

368

Length

10.5 mi

Average gradient

4.1%

Steepest segment

8.6%

Total ascent

2260 ft

Short recap

3 hairpin turns

#60 toughest climb of Vaud

#63 most elevation gain of Jura

#99 longest climb of Switzerland

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An easy climb with beautiful views of Lake Geneva, the section from St-Cergue (all shops) is really pretty. You could follow this up with La Faucille, for example.

Climbing times

5 mph	02:06:46
7 mph	01:29:45
9 mph	01:09:56
12 mph	00:52:32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Givrine can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de la Givrine from Gingins is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de la Givrine from Begnins.

You don't need special gearing for Col de la Givrine from Begnins. 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 Givrine from Begnins 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 Givrine from Begnins is 10.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de la Givrine from Begnins is 4.1%.

Col de la Givrine from Begnins has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.6%.

The summit of Col de la Givrine from Begnins is at 4039 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:06:46 to climb Col de la Givrine from Begnins. At 7 mph the time is 01:29:45, and at 9 mph 01:09:56. For the fastest cyclists, 00:52:32 is an achievable time.

Col de la Givrine from Begnins is located in the region Vaud in Switzerland.

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