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Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze

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Elevation profile Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze

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Difficulty points 341
Length 4.2 mi
Average gradient 6.3%
Steepest segment 13%
Total ascent 1391 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
1 hairpin turn
#42 toughest climb of Vercors
#49 most elevation gain of Vercors
#57 longest climb of Vercors
#44 average steepest climb of Vercors
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Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze is a climb in the region Vercors. It is 4.2 mi long and bridges 1391 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 341. The top of the ascent is located at 4173 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Cervet et la Lauze, Les Ailes & Route Forestiere de Preletang

4.0 by Franck_Pastor
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
An irregular climb up the vast beech forest of the Coulmes from Rencurel, on a road that was in poor condition the last time I was there (three years ago). For those who can combine biking and hiking, the picturesque site of La Goulandière, a beautifully restored abandoned charcoal-making village, is within walking distance. Note that this climb could be started not from Rencurel, but from Pont-en-Royans, much lower down. You could then add the route of the lower part of the Bourne gorges, w... read more

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An irregular climb up the vast beech forest of the Coulmes from Rencurel, on a road that was in poor condition the last time I was there (three years ago). For those who can combine biking and hiking, the picturesque site of La Goulandière, a beautifully restored abandoned charcoal-making village, is within walking distance.

Note that this climb could be started not from Rencurel, but from Pont-en-Royans, much lower down. You could then add the route of the lower part of the Bourne gorges, which is very spectacular...

Montée irrégulière qui arpente l'immense hêtraie des Coulmes à partir de Rencurel , sur une route en mauvais état la dernière fois que j'y suis passé (il y a trois ans). Pour ceux qui peuvent combiner vélo et randonnée pédestre, le pittoresque site de la Goulandière, un village de charbonniers abandonné et joliment restauré, est à portée de marche.

À noter qu'on pourrait faire partir cette montée, non pas de Rencurel, mais de Pont-en-Royans, bien plus bas. On y adjoint alors le parcours de la partie inférieure des gorges de la Bourne, très spectaculaire…

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:50:24
7 mph 00:35:41
9 mph 00:27:48
12 mph 00:20:53

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Pra l'Étang can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Pra l'Étang from Pont-en-Royans is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze.

Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze 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 Pra l'Étang from La Lauze 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 Pra l'Étang from La Lauze is 4.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze is 6.3%.

Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13%.

The summit of Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze is at 4173 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:50:24 to climb Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze. At 7 mph the time is 00:35:41, and at 9 mph 00:27:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:53 is an achievable time.

Col de Pra l'Étang from La Lauze is located in the region Isère in France.

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