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Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré

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4 reviews | Elevation profile | 9 photos
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Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré
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Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré
Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré
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Elevation profile Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré

Statistics

Difficulty points 263
Length 4.4 mi
Average gradient 5.8%
Steepest segment 10.5%
Total ascent 1332 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
2 hairpin turns
#53 toughest climb of Vosges
#29 most elevation gain of Vosges
#52 longest climb of Vosges
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Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is a climb in the region Vosges. It is 4.4 mi long and bridges 1332 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 263. The top of the ascent is located at 3757 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 4 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road name: Chaume du Grand Ventron

4.0 by dwelleke
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
This climb is the definition of unknown is unloved. Very much enjoyed the scenery with the rippling water and abundant greenery. Was able to paddle up in peace. The descent is indeed very bad, but not that long. Once past Col de Bockloch you get onto better roads.... read more

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Reviews (4)

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dwelleke
1 y 4.0
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This climb is the definition of unknown is unloved. Very much enjoyed the scenery with the rippling water and abundant greenery. Was able to paddle up in peace. The descent is indeed very bad, but not that long. Once past Col de Bockloch you get onto better roads.

Deze klim is de definitie van onbekend is onbemind. Erg genoten van de omgeving met het kabbelende water en het vele groen. In alle rust naar boven kunnen peddelen. De afdaling is inderdaad zeer slecht, maar niet zo lang. Eenmaal voorbij Col de Bockloch kom je op betere wegen.

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marijnS
1 y 4.0
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Beautiful climb through the forest and nice and shady. The ascent is pretty constant and the last hump (12%) annoying, but the view compensates a lot. Near the auberge is a water point with lovely cool water.
The descent to col de la Vierge is indeed terrible.

Prachtige beklimming door het bos en lekker in de schaduw. De beklimming is mooi constant en het laatste hupje (12%) vervelend, maar het uitzicht vergoed dan weer veel. Bij de auberge zit een waterpunt met heerlijk koel water.
De afdaling naar col de la Vierge is inderdaad verschrikkelijk.

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JurneSleddens
2 y 3.0
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If you start from this side, you have probably already gained some extra altitude metres. The first part, up to the U-turn, is gorgeous. Next to you runs a nice flowing river and the surroundings are nice and quiet. Up to here, the road surface is also pretty good. After the U-turn, there is a small house with a water point. From here on, the road surface becomes less good but the climb goes well. You climb steadily between the trees. At the end, cross some drainage channels and a steep section. NOTE: the descent is bumpy and dirty (April 2024). Because of this 3/5 instead of 4/5.

Als je vanuit deze kant begint heb je waarschijnlijk al wat hoogtemeters extra gemaakt. Het eerste deel, tot de U bocht, is schitterend. Naast je loopt een mooi stromend riviertje en de omgeving is lekker rustig. Tot hier is het wegdek ook wel goed. Na de U bocht staat een huisje met een waterpunt. Vanaf hier wordt het wegdek minder goed maar de beklimming loopt goed. Heerlijk rustig tussen de bomen klim je gestaag omhoog. Op het laatst nog wat afwateringskanaaltjes overbruggen en een steil stuk. LET OP: de afdaling ligt er hobbelig en vies bij (april 2024). Hierdoor 3/5 in plaats van 4/5.

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GeertH
3 y 5.0
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Fantastic. Through the forest in complete silence to a beautiful summit. Last bit is tough. Then at the ski hut enjoying the view

Fantastisch. Door het bos in volledige stilte naar een prachtige top. Laatste stukkie is heftig. Dan bij de skihut genieten van t uitzicht

Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:52:35
7 mph 00:37:14
9 mph 00:29:01
12 mph 00:21:48

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Ventron can be cycled from 3 sides. Grand Ventron from Cornimont is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré & Grand Ventron from La Bresse via Col de la Vierge.

You don't need special gearing for Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré 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, Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is not a problem.

Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is 4.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is 5.8%.

Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.5%.

The summit of Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is at 3757 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:52:35 to climb Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré. At 7 mph the time is 00:37:14, and at 9 mph 00:29:01. For the fastest cyclists, 00:21:48 is an achievable time.

Grand Ventron from Le Gros Pré is located in the region Vosges in France.

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