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Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime

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Difficulty points 1146
Length 11.1 mi
Average gradient 7.3%
Steepest segment 15.7%
Total ascent 4272 ft

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Beautiful scenery
28 hairpin turns
#57 toughest climb of France
#86 most elevation gain of France
#47 longest climb of Savoie
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Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime is a climb in the region Savoie. It is 11.1 mi long and bridges 4272 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1146. The top of the ascent is located at 6381 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Route de la Cote d'Aime, D 86, Route de Granier, D 86a & D 218

4.0 by Fun
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Very nice environment. The climb gets harder towards the end.... read more

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Very nice environment. The climb gets harder towards the end.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:14:06
7 mph 01:34:56
9 mph 01:13:59
12 mph 00:55:35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plan-Pichu can be cycled from 3 sides. Plan-Pichu from Aime is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Plan-Pichu from Aime via Tessens & Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime.

Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime 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!

Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime 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.

Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime is 11.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime is 7.3%.

Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.7%.

The summit of Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime is at 6381 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:14:06 to climb Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime. At 7 mph the time is 01:34:56, and at 9 mph 01:13:59. For the fastest cyclists, 00:55:35 is an achievable time.

Plan-Pichu from Aime via La Côte d'Aime is located in the region Savoie in France.

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