Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix

Statistics

Difficulty points	137
Length	5 mi
Average gradient	3.5%
Steepest segment	7.5%
Total ascent	928 ft

Difficulty points

137

Length

5 mi

Average gradient

3.5%

Steepest segment

7.5%

Total ascent

928 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

Hidden gem

4 hairpin turns

#8 toughest climb of Creuse

#5 most elevation gain of Creuse

#75 longest climb of Nouvelle-Aquitaine

#33 average steepest climb of Creuse

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Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix

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A so-called 'runner': uphill for a bit (never really steep) and then flatter. At the top, a very nice view of the valley.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:00:50
7 mph	00:43:04
9 mph	00:33:34
12 mph	00:25:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Laléger can be cycled from 3 sides. Col de Laléger from Sejoux is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Laléger from Reix & Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix.

You don't need special gearing for Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix. 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 Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix is 5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix is 3.5%.

Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.5%.

The summit of Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix is at 1985 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:00:50 to climb Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix. At 7 mph the time is 00:43:04, and at 9 mph 00:33:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:13 is an achievable time.

Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix is located in the region Creuse in France.

Col de Laléger from Châtelus-le-Marcheix

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