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Col de Prato

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Elevation profile Col de Prato

Statistics

Difficulty points 497
Length 9.4 mi
Average gradient 5.1%
Steepest segment 13.5%
Total ascent 2526 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
12 hairpin turns
#24 toughest climb of Corsica
#25 most elevation gain of Corsica
#35 longest climb of Corsica
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Col de Prato is a climb in the region Corsica. It is 9.4 mi long and bridges 2526 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 497. The top of the ascent is located at 3228 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road name: D205

4.0 by HerrWeed
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Very nice, manageable ride. Light traffic. Only one section of about 1k that is very steep, after LaPorta. Beautiful and quiet. Mostly in the forest, with cork trees. Only a couple of food options along the way, that weren't very good.... read more

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Very nice, manageable ride. Light traffic. Only one section of about 1k that is very steep, after LaPorta. Beautiful and quiet. Mostly in the forest, with cork trees. Only a couple of food options along the way, that weren't very good.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:53:35
7 mph 01:20:25
9 mph 01:02:40
12 mph 00:47:05

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Prato can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Prato from Ponte Leccia is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Prato from Pont de Rimitorio.

You don't need special gearing for Col de Prato. 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 Prato 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 Prato is 9.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Prato is 5.1%.

Col de Prato has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.5%.

The summit of Col de Prato is at 3228 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:53:35 to climb Col de Prato. At 7 mph the time is 01:20:25, and at 9 mph 01:02:40. For the fastest cyclists, 00:47:05 is an achievable time.

Col de Prato is located in the region Corsica in France.

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