Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux

Col de Sur la Semine can be cycled from 4 sides. Col de Sur la Semine from Molinges is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux, Col de Sur la Semine via Choux & Col de Sur la Semine from Giron 1000 / La Frasse.

You don't need special gearing for Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux. 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 Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux 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 Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux is 11.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux is 4%.

Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.7%.

The summit of Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux is at 3927 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:21:53 to climb Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux. At 7 mph the time is 01:40:27, and at 9 mph 01:18:17. For the fastest cyclists, 00:58:48 is an achievable time.

Col de Sur la Semine from Saint Germain du Joux is located in the region Ain in France.