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Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu

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Elevation profile Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu

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Difficulty points 984
Length 6.5 mi
Average gradient 8.5%
Steepest segment 18.2%
Total ascent 2936 ft

Short recap

8 hairpin turns
#74 toughest climb of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
#19 most elevation gain of Jura
#97 longest climb of Jura
#24 average steepest climb of Ain
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Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu is a climb in the region Ain. It is 6.5 mi long and bridges 2936 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 984. The top of the ascent is located at 4915 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Route de Margare, Route des Moulins, Route des Terreaux, Route du Colombier & Route du Grand Colombier

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:18:49
7 mph 00:55:48
9 mph 00:43:29
12 mph 00:32:40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu 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 du Grand Colombier from Lochieu belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu is 6.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu is 8.5%.

Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.2%.

The summit of Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu is at 4915 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:18:49 to climb Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu. At 7 mph the time is 00:55:48, and at 9 mph 00:43:29. For the fastest cyclists, 00:32:40 is an achievable time.

Col du Grand Colombier from Lochieu is located in the region Ain in France.

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