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Ortzantzurieta from Urepel

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Difficulty points 1384
Length 11.5 mi
Average gradient 7%
Steepest segment 17.9%
Total ascent 4285 ft

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Beautiful scenery
23 hairpin turns
Bad road
#8 toughest climb of France
#84 most elevation gain of France
#11 longest climb of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Ortzantzurieta from Urepel is a climb in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques. It is 11.5 mi long and bridges 4285 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1384. The top of the ascent is located at 5075 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Ortzantzurietako errepidea & Bentarteko bidea

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:19:21
7 mph 01:38:39
9 mph 01:16:53
12 mph 00:57:45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ortzantzurieta can be cycled from 2 sides. Ortzantzurieta from Puerto de Ibañeta is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ortzantzurieta from Urepel.

Ortzantzurieta from Urepel 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!

Ortzantzurieta from Urepel 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.

Ortzantzurieta from Urepel is 11.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Ortzantzurieta from Urepel is 7%.

Ortzantzurieta from Urepel has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.9%.

The summit of Ortzantzurieta from Urepel is at 5075 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:19:21 to climb Ortzantzurieta from Urepel. At 7 mph the time is 01:38:39, and at 9 mph 01:16:53. For the fastest cyclists, 00:57:45 is an achievable time.

Ortzantzurieta from Urepel is located in the region Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France.

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