Col des Ares from Fronsac

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Difficulty points	187
Length	4.5 mi
Average gradient	4.6%
Steepest segment	12%
Total ascent	1102 ft

Difficulty points

187

Length

4.5 mi

Average gradient

4.6%

Steepest segment

12%

Total ascent

1102 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

4 hairpin turns

#37 toughest climb of Haute-Garonne

#25 most elevation gain of Haute-Garonne

#23 longest climb of Haute-Garonne

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Quiet harbour with no challenging ramps. Idyllic landscapes. Lots of vegetation that allows you to take refuge in very hot weather. Pavement in perfect condition. 🇫🇷♥️

Climbing times

5 mph	00:54:43
7 mph	00:38:44
9 mph	00:30:11
12 mph	00:22:41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col des Ares can be cycled from 2 sides. Col des Ares from Fronsac is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Ares from Cazaunous via Col de Bech.

You don't need special gearing for Col des Ares from Fronsac. 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 des Ares from Fronsac is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Col des Ares from Fronsac is not a problem.

Col des Ares from Fronsac is 4.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col des Ares from Fronsac is 4.6%.

Col des Ares from Fronsac has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12%.

The summit of Col des Ares from Fronsac is at 2618 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:54:43 to climb Col des Ares from Fronsac. At 7 mph the time is 00:38:44, and at 9 mph 00:30:11. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:41 is an achievable time.

Col des Ares from Fronsac is located in the region Haute-Garonne in France.

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