Col des Sagnes via Clamensane

Col des Sagnes can be cycled from 2 sides. Col des Sagnes from Bellaffaire is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Sagnes via Clamensane.

You don't need special gearing for Col des Sagnes via Clamensane. 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 Sagnes via Clamensane 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 Sagnes via Clamensane is 11 mi long.

The average gradient of Col des Sagnes via Clamensane is 3.2%.

Col des Sagnes via Clamensane has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.5%.

The summit of Col des Sagnes via Clamensane is at 3894 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:13:00 to climb Col des Sagnes via Clamensane. At 7 mph the time is 01:34:09, and at 9 mph 01:13:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:55:07 is an achievable time.

Col des Sagnes via Clamensane is located in the region Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in France.