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Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec

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Elevation profile Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec

Statistics

Difficulty points 116
Length 2.3 mi
Average gradient 4.7%
Steepest segment 11.5%
Total ascent 574 ft

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1 hairpin turn
#79 toughest climb of Armorican Massif
#52 most elevation gain of Armorican Massif
#87 longest climb of Armorican Massif
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Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is a climb in the region Finistère. It is 2.3 mi long and bridges 574 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 116. The top of the ascent is located at 938 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

3.0 by hillonearth
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Yet another way up to the summit of the highest hill in the vicinity, which is a religious pilgrimage site (but not busy). It avoids touristy Locronan, which is not ideal for cycling in. These lanes are well surfaced and mainly not steep, but it is a 'proper climb' nevertheless and worth doing.... read more

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Yet another way up to the summit of the highest hill in the vicinity, which is a religious pilgrimage site (but not busy). It avoids touristy Locronan, which is not ideal for cycling in. These lanes are well surfaced and mainly not steep, but it is a 'proper climb' nevertheless and worth doing.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:27:47
7 mph 00:19:40
9 mph 00:15:20
12 mph 00:11:31

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Frequently Asked Questions

Menez Lokorn can be cycled from 3 sides. Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Menez Lokorn from Locronan & Menez Lokorn from Pont Sorel.

You don't need special gearing for Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec. 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.

Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec 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.

Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is 2.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is 4.7%.

Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.5%.

The summit of Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is at 938 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:27:47 to climb Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec. At 7 mph the time is 00:19:40, and at 9 mph 00:15:20. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:31 is an achievable time.

Menez Lokorn from Plogonnec is located in the region Finistère in France.

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