Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou

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Difficulty points	95
Length	3.4 mi
Average gradient	3.8%
Steepest segment	9%
Total ascent	673 ft

Difficulty points

Length

3.4 mi

Average gradient

3.8%

Steepest segment

Total ascent

673 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns

#44 toughest climb of Bouches-du-Rhône

#24 most elevation gain of Bouches-du-Rhône

#17 longest climb of Bouches-du-Rhône

#76 average steepest climb of Bouches-du-Rhône

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Gentle climb up past the beautiful town of Les Baux, then some hairpins with nice views. Easier than from the other direction.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:40:31
7 mph	00:28:41
9 mph	00:22:21
12 mph	00:16:47

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Frequently Asked Questions

Les Baux-de-Provence can be cycled from 2 sides. Les Baux-de-Provence via Val de Lavis is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou.

You don't need special gearing for Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou. 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.

Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou is 3.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou is 3.8%.

Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9%.

The summit of Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou is at 748 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:40:31 to climb Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou. At 7 mph the time is 00:28:41, and at 9 mph 00:22:21. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:47 is an achievable time.

Les Baux-de-Provence from Paradou is located in the region Bouches-du-Rhône in France.

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