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Mont Ours from Menton

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Mont Ours from Menton
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Elevation profile Mont Ours from Menton

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Difficulty points 739
Length 9 mi
Average gradient 6.9%
Steepest segment 10%
Total ascent 3284 ft
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Mont Ours from Menton is a climb in the region Alpes-Maritimes. It is 9 mi long and bridges 3284 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 739. The top of the ascent is located at 3363 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: Route du Val des Castagnins (D 22), Route de l'Armée des Alpes (D 22) & Route du Col des Banquettes

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It's nice to see yourself rising above the chin all the way, but it's long, especially when you start to see the village of St Agnes, and not often flat. The road is ok, but there are no cars. Once at the top of Mont Ours, a whole new panaroma opens up.... read more

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It's nice to see yourself rising above the chin all the way, but it's long, especially when you start to see the village of St Agnes, and not often flat. The road is ok, but there are no cars. Once at the top of Mont Ours, a whole new panaroma opens up.

C’est agréable de se voir s’élever au dessus de menton tout du long, par contre c’est long, surtout quand on commence à voir le village de St Agnes, et peu souvent plat. La route est ok mais il n’y a aucune voiture. Une fois en haut du Mont Ours, un tout nouveau panaroma s’offre à nous.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:48:44
7 mph 01:16:58
9 mph 00:59:59
12 mph 00:45:04

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88% 0% 13%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mont Ours from Menton 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!

Mont Ours from Menton 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.

Mont Ours from Menton is 9 mi long.

The average gradient of Mont Ours from Menton is 6.9%.

Mont Ours from Menton has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Mont Ours from Menton is at 3363 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:48:44 to climb Mont Ours from Menton. At 7 mph the time is 01:16:58, and at 9 mph 00:59:59. For the fastest cyclists, 00:45:04 is an achievable time.

Mont Ours from Menton is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.

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