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Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous

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8 reviews | Elevation profile | 12 photos
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Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
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Difficulty points 523
Length 4.6 mi
Average gradient 8.1%
Steepest segment 13.3%
Total ascent 1969 ft

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Famous climb
6 hairpin turns
#51 toughest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées
#49 most elevation gain of Hautes-Pyrénées
#54 longest climb of Hautes-Pyrénées
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Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous is a climb in the region Hautes-Pyrénées. It is 4.6 mi long and bridges 1969 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 523. The top of the ascent is located at 4826 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 8 reviews of this climb and uploaded 12 photos.

Road names: Route du Soulor & D 918

3.0 by Saus
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Fine climb, but can't match Aubisque and Spandelles, the three of which do make a great round trip.... read more

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Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous

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Reviews (8)

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Saus
4 Mo 3.0
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Fine climb, but can't match Aubisque and Spandelles, the three of which do make a great round trip.

Prima klim, maar kan niet tippen aan Aubisque en Spandelles, die met z'n drieën wel een prachtig rondje maken.

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FreddydK
8 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
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I found it a tough climb. The average percentages give a distorted picture. Regular bits of 10% and more with a short spike to 15%. The view atop the Soulor compensates a lot....

Ik vond het een zware klim. De gemiddelde percentages geven een vertekend beeld. Regelmatig stukjes van 10% en meer met een korte uitschieter naar 15%. Het uitzicht boven op de Soulor vergoedt veel..

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landerlbb
10 Mo 5.0
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After an undulating approach from Argelès-Gazost, the real work begins. On nice tarmac the road winds uphill, keep an eye out for stray cows and sheep in climb/descent. All in all, climb that is doable, given the varying percentages (profiles are often treacherously 'easy') some standing power is recommended to overcome the steeper bits.

Na een golvende aanloop vanuit Argelès-Gazost begint het echte werk. Op mooi asfalt kronkelt de weg naar boven, houd rekening met loslopende koeien en schapen in klim/afdaling. Al met al klim die goed te doen is, gezien de wisselende percentages (profielen zijn vaak verraderlijk 'makkelijk') is wat staand vermogen aangewezen om de steilere stukjes te overwinnen.

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AlainS47
10 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app
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Some nice gradients from Arrens, especially as we'd already climbed about ten kilometres from Argelès (where you have to be careful because there are lots of cars and lorries) ... It was a fine climb, but unfortunately it was cloudy when we arrived. I would therefore recommend the Soulor+Aubisque combo from Arrens, where the roads are quieter and the views magnificent!

De beaux pourcentages depuis Arrens, d'autant que nous avions déjà monté un dizaine de kilomètres depuis Argelès (où il faut être prudent car beaucoup de voitures et camions) ... Une belle montée, malheureusement dans les nuages pour notre arrivée. Je conseille donc plutôt le combo Soulor+Aubisque à partir d'Arrens où les routes sont plus tranquilles et la vue magnifique !

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
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Pino
1 y 4.0
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Good road and fairly regular percentages. Firm, but you unlock 1 of the most beautiful roads; the continuation to the Aubisque.

Goede weg en vrij regelmatige percentages. Stevig, maar je ontsluit 1 van de mooiste wegen; het vervolg naar de Aubisque.

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
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Jarin
1 y 5.0
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Spicy climb you have to cross to get from Arrens to the further Col d'Aubisque. But make no mistake, the Col de Soulor is absolutely worthwhile and a solid climb in its own right!!! The percentages remain firm throughout the climb and the environment with high mountains comes across as almost menacing! Absolutely a gem!

Pittige klim die je over moet om vanuit Arrens naar de de verderop gelegen Col d'Aubisque. Maar vergis je niet, de Col de Soulor is op zich al absoluut de moeite waard en een stevige klim!! De percentages blijven de hele klim stevig en de omgeving met hoge bergen komt haast dreigend over! Absoluut een juweel!

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
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AlexandreM89
1 y 5.0
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Difficult climb, no respite from Arrens. The scenery is magnificent all the way. Beware, there may be cows in the way. The view from the summit is one of the finest in the Pyrenees.

Montée difficile, aucun répit depuis Arrens. Les paysages sont magnifiques tout du long. Attention, des vaches peuvent se trouver en travers de la route. Le panorama au sommet est l'un des plus beaux des Pyrénées

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Skillz44
1 y 4.0 00:43:52 (6.3 mph)
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Ascent from Argeles-Gazost. The climb is in 2 stages, with a 1st ascent to Arrens on a road in good condition, with a flat section, then the climb to the Col du Soulor, which is fairly uneven, with little traffic. Some of the sections are quite demanding with the changes in gradient. The last 3 kilometres were in the fog, with a bit of mud on the side of the road, but it was a nice climb with lots of colleagues on the road, which meant I wasn't riding alone. 43'52 from Arrens for the ascent

Montée depuis Argeles-Gazost. La montée se fait en 2 temps, avec une 1ère montée jusqu'à Arrens sur une route en bon état, avec une partie plate, puis la montée vers le col du Soulor, assez peu régulière, avec peu de circulation. Certains passages sont plutôt exigeant avec les changements de pourcentages. Les 3 derniers kilomètres étaient dans le brouillard, un peu de boue sur le côté de la route, mais une belle ascension avec pas mal de collègues sur la route qui permet de ne pas monter seul. 43'52 depuis Arrens pour la montée

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:55:48
7 mph 00:39:30
9 mph 00:30:47
12 mph 00:23:08

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col du Soulor can be cycled from 4 sides. Col du Soulor from Arthez d'Asson is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous, Col du Soulor from Col d'Aubisque & Col du Soulor from Ferrières.

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous 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 Soulor from Arrens-Marsous 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 du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous is 4.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous is 8.1%.

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.3%.

The summit of Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous is at 4826 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:55:48 to climb Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous. At 7 mph the time is 00:39:30, and at 9 mph 00:30:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:08 is an achievable time.

Col du Soulor from Arrens-Marsous is located in the region Hautes-Pyrénées in France.

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