Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin

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Difficulty points	152
Length	2 mi
Average gradient	6.5%
Steepest segment	12%
Total ascent	676 ft

Difficulty points

152

Length

2 mi

Average gradient

6.5%

Steepest segment

12%

Total ascent

676 ft

Short recap

#28 toughest climb of Armorican Massif

#30 most elevation gain of Armorican Massif

#69 longest climb of Brittany

#51 average steepest climb of Finistère

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hillonearth ^premium

5 Mo 3.0

I climbed this twice in one day in July 2018. Why? Because it was lined with a festive crowd awaiting the Tour de France! First time up was with my daughter 10 years old, battling bravely on her Isla Bike to cries of 'allez petite!' from enthusiastic spectators. What a great experience for her and proud dad. She made it all the way, despite some respectably steep bits. I later returned for another pop at it and went full gas of course (probably not very impressive to watch). After the summit I ducked under a barrier and began riding a track up to the radio mast nearby, but some soldiers I met had other ideas about that.

JamesP

1 y 5.0

This is a legendary climb in Britanny and a must-do for anyone who happens to be in the area. It isn’t high, just over 200 metres, but it feels a lot more. I live nearby and climb it often. I never tire of it. The climb is quite hard, but pleasant with nice views across the moors towards the Menez-Hom. If you turn around and go back down the way you went up, the views are spectacular..

Climbing times

5 mph	00:23:40
7 mph	00:16:45
9 mph	00:13:03
12 mph	00:09:48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Menez Quelc'h can be cycled from 2 sides. Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Côte du Grannec.

Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin 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!

Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is not a problem.

Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is 2 mi long.

The average gradient of Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is 6.5%.

Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12%.

The summit of Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is at 712 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:23:40 to climb Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin. At 7 mph the time is 00:16:45, and at 9 mph 00:13:03. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:48 is an achievable time.

Menez Quelc'h from Châteaulin is located in the region Finistère in France.

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