Prade from Villelongue

Prade from Villelongue 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!

Prade from Villelongue 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.

Prade from Villelongue is 3.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Prade from Villelongue is 10.5%.

Prade from Villelongue has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.7%.

The summit of Prade from Villelongue is at 3612 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:44:26 to climb Prade from Villelongue. At 7 mph the time is 00:31:27, and at 9 mph 00:24:31. For the fastest cyclists, 00:18:25 is an achievable time.

Prade from Villelongue is located in the region Hautes-Pyrénées in France.