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Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins

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2 reviews | Elevation profile | 16 photos
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Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
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Elevation profile Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins

Statistics

Difficulty points 629
Length 4.5 mi
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest segment 15%
Total ascent 2087 ft

Short recap

18 hairpin turns
#40 toughest climb of La Maurienne
#54 most elevation gain of La Maurienne
#55 longest climb of La Maurienne
#34 average steepest climb of Savoie
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Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins is a climb in the region La Maurienne. It is 4.5 mi long and bridges 2087 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 629. The top of the ascent is located at 3179 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 16 photos.

4.0 by Cromagnon
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
A very pretty little road that winds gently and climbs steeply through the forest. Yes, you have to love trees. It's a real tough climb. The gradients are steep. Some parts are quite spicy. It's wild and deserted. The surface is "grainy" but adequate. The bends are very good. The scenery is not stunning, but the houses at the top are truly authentic. A dozen beers were chilling in the tub of the little fountain that is so good for cyclists. A stout fellow approaches. Ala... read more

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Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
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Cromagnon
9 Mo 4.0
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A very pretty little road that winds gently and climbs steeply through the forest. Yes, you have to love trees.
It's a real tough climb.
The gradients are steep. Some parts are quite spicy.
It's wild and deserted.
The surface is "grainy" but adequate. The bends are very good. The scenery is not stunning, but the houses at the top are truly authentic.
A dozen beers were chilling in the tub of the little fountain that is so good for cyclists. A stout fellow approaches. Alain, a retired shepherd. "Would you like to join me for a drink? I'd be delighted, I'll be celebrating my 300th Alpine climb with you!
And Alain tells me all about the passes he climbed on foot. I loved that moment!

Une très jolie petite route qui serpente délicatement et grimpe fort à travers la forêt. Ah oui, il faut aimer les arbres…
C’est une vraie côte qui sait faire mal.
Les pourcentages sont soutenus. Certains passages sont assez épicés.
C’est sauvage et désert.
Le revêtement est « granuleux » mais convenable. Les virages sont très réussis. Les paysages ne sont pas renversants mais, au sommet, les maisons sont vraiment authentiques.
Là-haut, dans le bac de la petite fontaine qui fait du bien aux cyclistes, une dizaine de bières prenaient le frais. Un gaillard s’approche. Alain, berger, retraité. « Vous buvez un coup avec moi ? ». Euh, bah oui, carrément avec plaisir, je fêterai avec vous ma 300e montée alpine !
Et Alain me raconte les cols qu’il arpentait à pieds. La nuit tombe. Il me reste 40km pour rentrer à mon camping. J’ai adoré ce moment !

Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins
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Same starting point as the alternative via Montgilbert except that you have to go left on a very narrow and rough road.
The climb has a high average gradient but is quite irregular with many passages above 10 %
The tarmac is OK for an ordinary bike, the road winds through the woods largely in the shade, an advantage on hot days but you should take advantage of a few gaps in the trees to discover some great views, at one point you will see the church and a few houses of the village of Montgilbert on the other side on the alternative version.
The finish point is the same on both sides, if you want fresh water and to relax, take a diversion (on a gentle slope) to the village hall car park just a little further up.
The traffic is very, very quiet, I only saw one car, which is nice compared to the big Alpine passes.
Have a good ride and be careful on the way down

Même point de départ que l’alternative par Montgilbert sauf qu’il faut partir à gauche sur une toute petite route étroite et rugueuse.
L’ascension présente une pente moyenne élevée mais est assez irrégulière avec de nombreux passages au-dessus de 10 %
Le bitume est correct pour un vélo ordinaire, la route serpente dans les bois en grande partie à l’ombre, avantage les jours de grosses chaleurs mais il faut profiter de quelques trouées dans les arbres pour découvrir des vues magnifiques, à un moment vous apercevrez l’église et quelques maisons du village de Montgilbert situé de l’autre côté sur la version alternative.
Le point d’arrivée est le même pour les 2 versants, si vous voulez de l’eau fraîche et vous relaxer, faites un détour ( dans une faible pente ) jusqu’au parking de la salle des fêtes juste un peu plus haut.
La circulation est très-très calme, j’ai croisé une seule voiture, c’est agréable par rapport aux grands cols Alpins.
Bonne route et prudence en descente

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:54:05
7 mph 00:38:17
9 mph 00:29:50
12 mph 00:22:25

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Frequently Asked Questions

Le Grand Montgilbert can be cycled from 2 sides. Le Grand Montgilbert from Montgilbert is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins.

Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins 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 Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins 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.

Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins is 4.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins is 8.8%.

Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15%.

The summit of Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins is at 3179 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:54:05 to climb Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins. At 7 mph the time is 00:38:17, and at 9 mph 00:29:50. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:25 is an achievable time.

Le Grand Montgilbert via Les Cathelins is located in the region Savoie in France.

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