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Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
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Elevation profile Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains

Statistics

Difficulty points 1416
Length 12.1 mi
Average gradient 8%
Steepest segment 18.6%
Total ascent 5118 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
25 hairpin turns
Gravel
#7 toughest climb of France
#19 most elevation gain of France
#88 longest climb of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
#86 average steepest climb of Savoie
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Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains is a climb in the region Savoie. It is 12.1 mi long and bridges 5118 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1416. The top of the ascent is located at 7890 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Route du Grand Pont, D 91a, Rue du Lac, Route de la Choulière, Route des Eaux Vives, Route du Belvédère, Chemin de l'Ariondaz &

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The last part is indeed on gravel and is definitely the hardest section.... read more

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The last part is indeed on gravel and is definitely the hardest section.

Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains
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Climbing times

5 mph 02:26:24
7 mph 01:43:39
9 mph 01:20:46
12 mph 01:00:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains 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 la Platta from Brides les Bains belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains is 12.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains is 8%.

Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.6%.

The summit of Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains is at 7890 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:26:24 to climb Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains. At 7 mph the time is 01:43:39, and at 9 mph 01:20:46. For the fastest cyclists, 01:00:41 is an achievable time.

Col de la Platta from Brides les Bains is located in the region Savoie in France.

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