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Les Avalanches from Champfromier

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3 reviews | Elevation profile | 9 photos
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
Les Avalanches from Champfromier
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Difficulty points 635
Length 3.1 mi
Average gradient 11%
Steepest segment 16.1%
Total ascent 1785 ft

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Beautiful scenery
#37 toughest climb of Jura
#45 most elevation gain of Ain
#96 longest climb of Ain
#92 average steepest climb of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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Les Avalanches from Champfromier is a climb in the region Ain. It is 3.1 mi long and bridges 1785 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 11%, resulting in a difficulty score of 635. The top of the ascent is located at 3881 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road names: Chemin du Ménéchar & Route des Avalanches

4.0 by Matt-F
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
This is a nice climb. If you don't mind a short section of gravel road (very doable, even on a road bicycle), you can connect with D48a to Giron or La Pesse).... read more

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Reviews (3)

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Matt-F
Matt-F
1 y 4.0

This is a nice climb. If you don't mind a short section of gravel road (very doable, even on a road bicycle), you can connect with D48a to Giron or La Pesse).

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peterfietser
peterfietser
3 y 3.0
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Very difficult climb. At the top you have a beautiful view towards Lac de Bourget.
I found it very worthwhile.

Zeer lastige klim. Boven heb je een mooi uitzicht richting Lac de Bourget.
Ik vond het zeer de moeite waard.

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nicolas1973
nicolas1973
4 y 4.0 00:28:30 (6.5 mph)
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A dry climb of barely 5 km, but with an average of more than 10％ and a brutal initial section, it is best to manage your effort well. Well rewarded by the grandiose panorama below and a spectacular rocky landscape. Beware of the many gravels and even stones on the road, especially on the way back down!

Une montée sèche d'à peine 5 km, mais avec plus de 10％ de moyenne et une partie initale brutale, mieux vaut bien gérer son effort. Bien récompensé par le panorama grandiose en contrebas et un paysage rocailleux spectaculaire. Attention aux multiples graviers, voire pierres sur la chaussée, surtout en redescendant!

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:37:01
7 mph 00:26:12
9 mph 00:20:25
12 mph 00:15:20

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Frequently Asked Questions

Les Avalanches from Champfromier 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!

Les Avalanches from Champfromier 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.

Les Avalanches from Champfromier is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Les Avalanches from Champfromier is 11%.

Les Avalanches from Champfromier has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.1%.

The summit of Les Avalanches from Champfromier is at 3881 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:37:01 to climb Les Avalanches from Champfromier. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:12, and at 9 mph 00:20:25. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:20 is an achievable time.

Les Avalanches from Champfromier is located in the region Ain in France.

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