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Col de Prato

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Elevation profile Col de Prato

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Difficulty points 370
Length 11.1 mi
Average gradient 4.4%
Steepest segment 6.3%
Total ascent 2592 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
1 hairpin turn
#63 toughest climb of Corsica
#23 most elevation gain of Corsica
#21 longest climb of Corsica
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Col de Prato is a climb in the region Corsica. It is 11.1 mi long and bridges 2592 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 370. The top of the ascent is located at 3232 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road name: D71

4.0 by HerrWeed
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Very manageable ride. Never gets steep. Consistent grade all the way up. Watch the corners for oncoming vehicles. No food along this route, at least in early May.... read more

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Very manageable ride. Never gets steep. Consistent grade all the way up. Watch the corners for oncoming vehicles. No food along this route, at least in early May.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:14:02
7 mph 01:34:53
9 mph 01:13:57
12 mph 00:55:33

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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 11.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Prato is 4.4%.

Col de Prato has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 6.3%.

The summit of Col de Prato is at 3232 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:14:02 to climb Col de Prato. At 7 mph the time is 01:34:53, and at 9 mph 01:13:57. For the fastest cyclists, 00:55:33 is an achievable time.

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

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