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Plagne-Villages

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2 reviews | Elevation profile | 11 photos
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Statistics

Difficulty points 1095
Length 12.7 mi
Average gradient 7.1%
Steepest segment 11.5%
Total ascent 4760 ft

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29 hairpin turns
#74 toughest climb of France
#38 most elevation gain of France
#76 longest climb of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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Plagne-Villages is a climb in the region Savoie. It is 12.7 mi long and bridges 4760 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1095. The top of the ascent is located at 6936 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 11 photos.

Road names: Pont Napoléon, D 220, Rue des Commerces, Route de la Plagne, D 221 & D 223

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Decent distance with smooth gradient. Can enjoy and go easy or hit it hard and have decent session. Nice views.... read more

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Reviews (2)

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Kristiankool
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Decent distance with smooth gradient. Can enjoy and go easy or hit it hard and have decent session. Nice views.

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Opeka
1 y 3.0 01:23:00 (9.2 mph)
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Alternative ascent after the ascent of Plagne-Centre (take care on the inside of the bends from the bobsleigh run with melted concrete on summer days)

Keep up your strength until you reach 1800m altitude, then start again on the beautiful section to reach 2100m. Small shop at the top with souvenirs and pit-stop.

Ascension alternative après la montée de la Plagne-Centre (attention à l'intérieur des virages à partir de la piste de bobsleigh avec le béton fondu les jours d'été)

Garder des forces jusque 1800m d'altitude pour relancer sur la belle partie pour arriver à 2100m. Petit magasin au sommet avec souvenirs et pit-stop.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:32:52
7 mph 01:48:14
9 mph 01:24:20
12 mph 01:03:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plagne-Villages 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!

Plagne-Villages 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.

Plagne-Villages is 12.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Plagne-Villages is 7.1%.

Plagne-Villages has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.5%.

The summit of Plagne-Villages is at 6936 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:32:52 to climb Plagne-Villages. At 7 mph the time is 01:48:14, and at 9 mph 01:24:20. For the fastest cyclists, 01:03:22 is an achievable time.

Plagne-Villages is located in the region Savoie in France.

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