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Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane

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Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
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Elevation profile Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane

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Difficulty points 719
Length 10 mi
Average gradient 6.3%
Steepest segment 20.4%
Total ascent 3307 ft

Short recap

10 hairpin turns
#53 toughest climb of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#45 most elevation gain of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#61 longest climb of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
#85 average steepest climb of Alpes-Maritimes
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Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane is a climb in the region Alpes-Maritimes. It is 10 mi long and bridges 3307 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 719. The top of the ascent is located at 4905 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 4 reviews of this climb and uploaded 14 photos.

Road name: M2565

3.0 by Joeri_Laureys
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Nice even climb. It was in one of the first stages of the Tour de France in 2020, which departed from Nice under the name Col Colmiane (the climb itself says Col Saint-Martin. I thought it was a good warm-up for things-to-come. That day I rode the cancelled stage of the Étape du Tour on GPS with afterwards the Col de Turini and Col d'Eze. Nice to do if you are in the area.... read more

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Steady climb in the middle of Provence's beautiful countryside. The col is not spectacular. However, it does contain some nice balconies with nice views. Along the way, though, there is a very good bakery. The pass offers no views and is better to get over quickly.

Gelijkmatige klim midden in de mooie natuur van de Provence. De col is niet spectaculair. Er zitten echter wel wat mooie balkons in met mooie uitzichten. Onderweg wel een hele goede bakker. De pas biedt geen uitzicht en kun je beter snel overheen.

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
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1 y 3.0
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This pass links the Tinée and Vésubie valleys.
From Saint Sauveur, it's a fine descent past two Maginot Line forts.
Then the ascent begins, never very difficult but long enough to wear you out.
The scenery is pleasant, but after La Couillole, it becomes a little more demanding...
Quite a lot of traffic on this good road.
Lots of motorcyclists.
At the top, once you've reached La Colmiane and therefore the Col Saint Martin, there's a dreadful esplanade that encourages you to descend very quickly to the other valley.
The arrival at Saint Martin de Vésubie is quite shocking: the after-effects of storm Alex are striking.
A magnificent, battered valley trying to heal its wounds. Everywhere you look.
The French government and insurance companies are clearly not up to the task.

Ce col relie la vallée de la Tinée à celle de la Vésubie.
Depuis Saint Sauveur, une belle descente avec deux forts de la ligne Maginot.
Et puis, l’ascension commence, jamais très difficile mais suffisamment longue pour user.
Les paysages sont plaisants mais après la Couillole, on est devenu un peu plus exigeant…
Pas mal de circulation sur cette bonne route.
Beaucoup de motards.
En haut, une fois parvenu à La Colmiane et donc au col Saint Martin, une affreuse esplanade qui incite à descendre bien vite vers l’autre vallée.
L’arrivée à Saint Martin de Vésubie est assez bouleversante : les séquelles de la tempête Alex sont saisissantes.
Une magnifique vallée meurtrie qui tente de panser ses plaies. Partout présentes.
L’Etat français et les compagnies d’assurances ne sont manifestement pas à la hauteur.

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane
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A must if you're in the area. The region is absolutely magnificent and a cyclist's paradise.
The descent to St-Martin de Vésubie is well worth the diversions, but beware, it is narrow in places and relatively busy.

A enchaîner si vous être dans le coin. La région est absolument magnifique et un paradis pour cyclistes.
La descente sur St-Martin de Vésubie, elle vaut le détour, mais attention, elle st étroite par endroits et relativement fréquentée

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Joeri_Laureys
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5 y 3.0
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Nice even climb.
It was in one of the first stages of the Tour de France in 2020, which departed from Nice under the name Col Colmiane (the climb itself says Col Saint-Martin.
I thought it was a good warm-up for things-to-come.
That day I rode the cancelled stage of the Étape du Tour on GPS with afterwards the Col de Turini and Col d'Eze.
Nice to do if you are in the area.

Leuke gelijkmatige klim.
Hij zat in 2020 in één van de eerste ritten van de Tour de France, die vertrok vanuit Nice onder de naam Col Colmiane (op de klim staat zelf Col Saint-Martin.
Ik vond het een goede opwarmer voor things-to-come.
Ik reed die dag de geannuleerde rit van de Étape du Tour op GPS met nadien nog de Col de Turini en Col d'Eze.
Leuk om te doen als je in de omgeving bent.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:00:32
7 mph 01:25:20
9 mph 01:06:30
12 mph 00:49:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane can be cycled from 2 sides. Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane via La Bouline is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane from Roquebillière.

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane 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 Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane 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 Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane is 10 mi long.

The average gradient of Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane is 6.3%.

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.4%.

The summit of Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane is at 4905 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:00:32 to climb Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane. At 7 mph the time is 01:25:20, and at 9 mph 01:06:30. For the fastest cyclists, 00:49:57 is an achievable time.

Col Saint-Martin / Col Colmiane is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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