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Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont

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Elevation profile Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont

Statistics

Difficulty points 489
Length 2.6 mi
Average gradient 10.2%
Steepest segment 23%
Total ascent 1381 ft

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6 hairpin turns
#90 average steepest climb of French Alps
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Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont is a climb in the region Grenoble. It is 2.6 mi long and bridges 1381 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 489. The top of the ascent is located at 3435 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road names: D 912 & D 102b

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
The last 500m after leaving the hamlet of Le Château are extremely steep. This part is only good as a challenge, as it is in the forest on a dead-end road. However, it is a magnificent challenge. The first 3.5 km are not also quite challenging, although not as extreme as the last part. This part also offers views of the valley and the castle ruins. The climb is quiet and the tarmac is mostly good. I did this climb on a rainy day, which was of course not ideal. I would recommend going on a sunn... read more

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The last 500m after leaving the hamlet of Le Château are extremely steep. This part is only good as a challenge, as it is in the forest on a dead-end road. However, it is a magnificent challenge.
The first 3.5 km are not also quite challenging, although not as extreme as the last part. This part also offers views of the valley and the castle ruins. The climb is quiet and the tarmac is mostly good. I did this climb on a rainy day, which was of course not ideal. I would recommend going on a sunny day instead!

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont
Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:31:02
7 mph 00:21:58
9 mph 00:17:07
12 mph 00:12:52

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Frequently Asked Questions

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont 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!

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont 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!

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont is 2.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont is 10.2%.

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23%.

The summit of Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont is at 3435 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:31:02 to climb Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont. At 7 mph the time is 00:21:58, and at 9 mph 00:17:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:12:52 is an achievable time.

Le Château from Saint Pierre-d'Entremont is located in the region Savoie in France.

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