Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille

Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille 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!

Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille 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, Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille is not a problem.

Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille is 6.9%.

Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.5%.

The summit of Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille is at 5036 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:24:48 to climb Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:33, and at 9 mph 00:13:41. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:17 is an achievable time.

Petit Montrond from Col de la Faucille is located in the region Ain in France.