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Col des Marrous

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Difficulty points 341
Length 6 mi
Average gradient 5.1%
Steepest segment 12.1%
Total ascent 1604 ft

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Beautiful scenery
1 hairpin turn
#65 toughest climb of Ariège
#54 most elevation gain of Ariège
#41 longest climb of Ariège
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Col des Marrous is a climb in the region Ariège. It is 6 mi long and bridges 1604 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 341. The top of the ascent is located at 3245 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: D17

4.0 by lapioche
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Fairly simple pass, little traffic on leaving Serres sur Arget, a few sections at around 8 a.m. for 3-4 km, road in good condition, wide, shady road.... read more

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Fairly simple pass, little traffic on leaving Serres sur Arget, a few sections at around 8 a.m. for 3-4 km, road in good condition, wide, shady road.

Col assez simple peu de circulation à la sortie de serres sur arget, quelques portions à environs 8h sur 3-4km route en bon état, large route ombragée

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Quiet, friendly climb at the start of the Col de Peguere. Ridden from Foix

Rustig, vriendelijk klimmetje in het begin van de Col de Peguere. Gereden vanuit Foix

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:12:18
7 mph 00:51:11
9 mph 00:39:53
12 mph 00:29:58

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col des Marrous can be cycled from 3 sides. Col des Marrous from La Mouline is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Marrous from Nescus & Col des Marrous from Loubères.

You don't need special gearing for Col des Marrous. 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 Marrous 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 des Marrous is 6 mi long.

The average gradient of Col des Marrous is 5.1%.

Col des Marrous has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.1%.

The summit of Col des Marrous is at 3245 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:12:18 to climb Col des Marrous. At 7 mph the time is 00:51:11, and at 9 mph 00:39:53. For the fastest cyclists, 00:29:58 is an achievable time.

Col des Marrous is located in the region Ariège in France.

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