Col du Pradier from Moutiers

Statistics

Difficulty points	798
Length	8 mi
Average gradient	7.5%
Steepest segment	16.9%
Total ascent	3173 ft

Difficulty points

798

Length

8 mi

Average gradient

7.5%

Steepest segment

16.9%

Total ascent

3173 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

Hidden gem

17 hairpin turns

#89 toughest climb of Savoie

#88 most elevation gain of Savoie

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Reviews (2)

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Beth

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Quiet winding climb, some pitches pretty steep but shaded by trees and hardly any traffic.... the top of the col is not obvious, we carried on until the road gave way to gravel some 1,200mtrs of climbing. Deffo worth doing

Ejprins

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Beautiful climb varying vistas nice villages in short, highly recommended. See accompanying photos
Climb itself is also fairly regular good tarmac and minimal traffic.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:37:06
7 mph	01:08:45
9 mph	00:53:34
12 mph	00:40:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col du Pradier can be cycled from 2 sides. Col du Pradier from Moutiers is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col du Pradier from Centron.

Col du Pradier from Moutiers 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 Pradier from Moutiers 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 du Pradier from Moutiers is 8 mi long.

The average gradient of Col du Pradier from Moutiers is 7.5%.

Col du Pradier from Moutiers has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.9%.

The summit of Col du Pradier from Moutiers is at 4770 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:37:06 to climb Col du Pradier from Moutiers. At 7 mph the time is 01:08:45, and at 9 mph 00:53:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:40:15 is an achievable time.

Col du Pradier from Moutiers is located in the region Savoie in France.

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