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Col de Solpérière from Racoules

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Elevation profile Col de Solpérière from Racoules

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Difficulty points 346
Length 3.1 mi
Average gradient 7.8%
Steepest segment 14.2%
Total ascent 1283 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
5 hairpin turns
#70 toughest climb of Cévennes
#54 most elevation gain of Lozère
#93 longest climb of Lozère
#28 average steepest climb of Cévennes
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Col de Solpérière from Racoules is a climb in the region Lozère. It is 3.1 mi long and bridges 1283 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 346. The top of the ascent is located at 3314 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: D49

5.0 by Dredh
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
A nice little climb in the fresh air! We soon get into the swing of things and the finish is well worth the detour!... read more

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Dredh
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A nice little climb in the fresh air! We soon get into the swing of things and the finish is well worth the detour!

Belle petite montée à la fraîche ! On est très vite dans le vif du sujet et l’arrivée vaut le détour !

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Nice quiet climb on a small road. Preferable to the D983 a bit further up in Saint-Laurent-de-Trêves.

Mooie rustige beklimming over een kleine weg. Qua rust te verkiezen boven de D983 wat verderop in Saint-Laurent-de-Trêves.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:37:22
7 mph 00:26:27
9 mph 00:20:37
12 mph 00:15:29

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Solpérière can be cycled from 2 sides. Col de Solpérière from Le Pompidou is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Solpérière from Racoules.

Col de Solpérière from Racoules 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 Solpérière from Racoules 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 Solpérière from Racoules is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Solpérière from Racoules is 7.8%.

Col de Solpérière from Racoules has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.2%.

The summit of Col de Solpérière from Racoules is at 3314 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:37:22 to climb Col de Solpérière from Racoules. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:27, and at 9 mph 00:20:37. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:29 is an achievable time.

Col de Solpérière from Racoules is located in the region Lozère in France.

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