Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon

Statistics

Difficulty points	1294
Length	8.3 mi
Average gradient	9.2%
Steepest segment	19%
Total ascent	4026 ft

Difficulty points

1294

Length

8.3 mi

Average gradient

9.2%

Steepest segment

19%

Total ascent

4026 ft

Short recap

19 hairpin turns

#18 toughest climb of France

#65 most elevation gain of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

#24 average steepest climb of Savoie

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Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon

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A tough climb. No rest. Incredible view at the top. Restaurant at the top was closed the Saturday I went up.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:40:29
7 mph	01:11:08
9 mph	00:55:26
12 mph	00:41:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Signal de Bisanne can be cycled from 9 sides. Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Signal de Bisanne from Col des Saisies, Signal de Bisanne from Ugine / L'Arcy, Signal de Bisanne from Queige, Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon, Signal Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon & Route des Filles, Signal de Bisanne from Beaufort, Signal Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route des Filles & Signal de Bisanne from Beaufort via Hauteluce.

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon 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!

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon is 8.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon is 9.2%.

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19%.

The summit of Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon is at 6345 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:40:29 to climb Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon. At 7 mph the time is 01:11:08, and at 9 mph 00:55:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:41:39 is an achievable time.

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon is located in the region Savoie in France.

Signal de Bisanne from Villard sur Doron via Route du Manon

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Reviews (1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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