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Col des Champs from Saint Martin

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6 reviews | Elevation profile | 19 photos
Col des Champs from Saint Martin
Col des Champs from Saint Martin
Col des Champs from Saint Martin
Col des Champs from Saint Martin
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Elevation profile Col des Champs from Saint Martin

Statistics

Difficulty points 841
Length 10.1 mi
Average gradient 6.5%
Steepest segment 13.1%
Total ascent 3494 ft

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
22 hairpin turns
#34 toughest climb of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#37 most elevation gain of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#60 longest climb of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#72 average steepest climb of Alpes-Maritimes
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Col des Champs from Saint Martin is a climb in the region Serre Ponçon. It is 10.1 mi long and bridges 3494 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 841. The top of the ascent is located at 6854 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 6 reviews of this climb and uploaded 19 photos.

Road name: D78

by Erik
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Tricky! Especially when it comes after the Col d'Allos and the Col de la Cayolle. Where those two cols are rather gradual, this one is steep from the start and hardly has any rest points. I'll think twice before doing this one again. (I am not such a trained cyclist). The descent to Colmars is very nice (a bit bumpy in the beginning, then a nice winding path through the forest, which seems to go on forever).... read more

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christine
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12 Mo 4.0

nice wide road through pine forest until last 3km which were killers! the km markers said "8％, 8.3％ then 9.6％", made worse by being in full sun on a v hot day. there is no water on climb.

Col des Champs from Saint Martin
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semirunner06
semirunner06
2 y 5.0 01:28:53 (6.8 mph)
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Participating in the col connecté 06 yesterday in Valberg.
I slept near the pass and attempted the climb this morning.
Uneven ascent with big assholes and rest areas.
A must do

Participant au col connecté 06 hier à Valberg.
Je dors à proximité du col et je tente l'ascension ce matin.
Montée irrégulière avec de gros coups de cul et des zones de repos .
A faire absolument

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domino
domino
2 y 5.0 01:06:00 (9.2 mph)
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One of the most beautiful passes in the Alps: the finish at the foot of the Aiguilles de Pelens is extraordinary! A very demanding climb, especially as the most difficult part is at the end.

Un des plus beau col des Alpes : ue final au pied des Aiguilles de Pelens est extraordinaire ! Montée très exigeante, surtout que la partie la plus difficile est à la fin.

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Pieter041
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4 y 2.0 03:03:33 (3.3 mph)
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Really hard this one, steep from start to finish. I couldn't get into a good rhythm anywhere, very hard riding. Lots of curves, especially in the beginning. Fortunately, there is a restaurant halfway where I could have lunch. At the top it is a bit of a search to find out where the real top is. But a phenomenal view. The descent to Colmars is nice, beautiful terraces and a long piece through the woods. At the bottom you are suddenly at a crossroads with a busy road. Right into the village, left to the Col d'Allos, the third climb of the day. Glad that this one is over. I will not do it again soon.

Echt zwaar deze, steil van begin tot einde. Ik kon nergens goed in een ritme komen, heel lastig rijden. Veel bochten, zeker in het begin. Gelukkig is er halverwege een restaurant waar ik lekker kon lunchen. Boven is het even zoeken naar waar de echte top nou is. Wel een fenomenaal uitzicht. De afdaling naar Colmars is leuk, prachtige terrassen en een lang stuk door het bos. Beneden sta je ineens op een kruising met een drukke weg. Rechtsaf het dorp in, linksaf naar de Col d'Allos, de derde klim van de dag. Blij dat deze achter de rug is. Ik zal hem niet snel nog eens doen.

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Zafonk
Zafonk
4 y 4.0
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Very nice climb which becomes more and more beautiful in the last 5 km (the most difficult). We had the chance to go through the meadows covered with flowers: a dazzling sight :-)
It's worth going through Cayolle - les champs - Allos

Très belle montée qui devient de plus en plus belle dans les 5 derniers km (les plus difficiles). Nous avons eu la chance d'y passer avec les prairies couvertes de fleurs: un spectacle éblouissant :-)
Cela vaut la peine d'y passer en enchainant Cayolle - les champs - Allos

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Erik
7 y
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Tricky! Especially when it comes after the Col d'Allos and the Col de la Cayolle. Where those two cols are rather gradual, this one is steep from the start and hardly has any rest points. I'll think twice before doing this one again. (I am not such a trained cyclist). The descent to Colmars is very nice (a bit bumpy in the beginning, then a nice winding path through the forest, which seems to go on forever).

Lastig!! Zeker als ie na de Col d'Allos en de Col de la Cayolle komt. Waar die twee cols eerder geleidelijk oplopen, is het hier van meet af aan een steile beklimming met eigenlijk nauwelijks rustpunten. Ik zal me nog twee keer overpeinzen vooraleer ik deze nog eens doe. (ik ben dan ook geen zo'n getrainde fietser). De afdaling naar Colmars is dan weer erg leuk (in het begin wat hobbelig, daarna toffe slingerende baantjes door het bos, waar geen eind lijkt aan te komen).

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:02:28
7 mph 01:26:42
9 mph 01:07:34
12 mph 00:50:45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col des Champs can be cycled from 2 sides. Col des Champs from Colmars is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Champs from Saint Martin.

Col des Champs from Saint Martin 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 des Champs from Saint Martin is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Col des Champs from Saint Martin is 10.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col des Champs from Saint Martin is 6.5%.

Col des Champs from Saint Martin has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.1%.

The summit of Col des Champs from Saint Martin is at 6854 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:02:28 to climb Col des Champs from Saint Martin. At 7 mph the time is 01:26:42, and at 9 mph 01:07:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:50:45 is an achievable time.

Col des Champs from Saint Martin is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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