Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce

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Difficulty points	198
Length	2.1 mi
Average gradient	7.6%
Steepest segment	10.6%
Total ascent	830 ft

Difficulty points

198

Length

2.1 mi

Average gradient

7.6%

Steepest segment

10.6%

Total ascent

830 ft

Short recap

4 hairpin turns

#58 average steepest climb of Hautes Alpes

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1 y 3.0 00:20:53 (5.9 mph)

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Climbed 29 June 2024. Good road and fine climb. Nice views along the way. Yet another col above 1000 metres. Little traffic. Beautiful cycling area here.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:24:55
7 mph	00:17:38
9 mph	00:13:45
12 mph	00:10:19

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col des Tourettes can be cycled from 2 sides. Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col des Tourettes from Montmorin.

Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce 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 Tourettes from Col de la Saulce 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 Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is not a problem.

Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is 7.6%.

Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.6%.

The summit of Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is at 3704 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:24:55 to climb Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:38, and at 9 mph 00:13:45. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:19 is an achievable time.

Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce is located in the region Hautes Alpes in France.

Col des Tourettes from Col de la Saulce

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