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Plateau des Saix from Samoëns

3.6
5 reviews | Elevation profile | 9 photos
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Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
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Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
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Difficulty points 872
Length 6.2 mi
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest segment 15.3%
Total ascent 2900 ft

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Hidden gem
11 hairpin turns
#13 toughest climb of Haute Savoie
#16 most elevation gain of Haute Savoie
#60 longest climb of Haute Savoie
#64 average steepest climb of Haute Savoie
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Plateau des Saix from Samoëns is a climb in the region Haute Savoie. It is 6.2 mi long and bridges 2900 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 872. The top of the ascent is located at 5308 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 5 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road name: D254

4.0 by RidleyRoy
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Tough climb. First two kilometres of run-up and then it really starts on the smallest gear. Very quiet on this road. At the top, take a moment to look for the view of Samoens.... read more

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Reviews (5)

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RidleyRoy
8 Mo 4.0
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Tough climb. First two kilometres of run-up and then it really starts on the smallest gear. Very quiet on this road. At the top, take a moment to look for the view of Samoens.

Zware klim. Eerste twee kilometer aanloop en dan begint het echt op de kleinste versnelling. Zeer rustig op deze weg. Op de top even zoeken naar het uitzicht op Samoens.

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
Plateau des Saix from Samoëns
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WormDictateur
10 Mo 3.0 00:53:39 (7 mph)
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Nice challenge.
Not very long but never disconnected. Part of the road has been resurfaced and is a real billiard table, the other half is in very poor condition. There aren't any great views; you climb up there more for the challenge than for the panorama, even though it's very pretty up there.

Beau challenge.
Pas très long mais ça débranche jamais. Une partie de la route a été refaite et est un vrai billard, l'autre moitié est en état très moyen. Pas de très belles vues, on monte là-haut plus pour le défi que pour le panorama, même si là-haut c'est très joli

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YehoSer
1 y 4.0
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Very difficult climb (especially for those over 80 kg) the 3 km in a row at 12 % are unbearable but the view at the top is so beautiful that it's worth the effort.

Ascension très difficile (surtout au dessus de 80 kg) les 3kms d'affilé a 12 % sont imbuvables mais la vue en haut est tellement belle que l'effort en vaut la chandelle

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ionut
2 y 4.0

This climb will host the finish of stage 7 of Criterium Dauphine 2024. It will be for the first time when this climb Samoëns 1600 will feature in a UCI race .

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Tommeketommeke
2 y 3.0 01:07:00 (5.6 mph)
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Really a very tough climb. In the beginning you have the sections above 12 per cent and after that you don't really have anywhere where you can get into your rhythm. Only the last few hundred metres are better. The views over the valley are nice, during the climb you have few nice stretches. The asphalt is terrible in many places so unsuitable for lovers of descents.

Echt een zeer zware beklimming. In het begin heb je de stukken van boven de 12 procent en daarna heb je eigenlijk nergens een stuk waar je in je ritme kunt komen. Alleen de laatste paar honderd meter zijn beter. Het uitzicht over het dal is mooi, tijdens de klim heb je weinig mooie stukken. Het asfalt is op veel plekken verschrikkelijk dus ongeschikt voor liefhebbers van dalen.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:15:09
7 mph 00:53:12
9 mph 00:41:27
12 mph 00:31:09

Road surface condition

44% 33% 22%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns 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!

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns 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.

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns is 6.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Plateau des Saix from Samoëns is 8.8%.

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.3%.

The summit of Plateau des Saix from Samoëns is at 5308 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:15:09 to climb Plateau des Saix from Samoëns. At 7 mph the time is 00:53:12, and at 9 mph 00:41:27. For the fastest cyclists, 00:31:09 is an achievable time.

Plateau des Saix from Samoëns is located in the region Haute Savoie in France.

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