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Route des Canons via Rampe Verte

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Difficulty points 188
Length 0.8 mi
Average gradient 8.4%
Steepest segment 14%
Total ascent 361 ft

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#60 toughest climb of Belgium
#91 most elevation gain of Valleys of the Meuse, Sambre and Orneau
#67 average steepest climb of Namur Province
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Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is a climb in the region Valleys of the Meuse, Sambre and Orneau. It is 0.8 mi long and bridges 361 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 188. The top of the ascent is located at 633 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Rampe Verte & Route des Canons

5.0 by Nico485
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Between historical ecstasy and mechanical ordeal. It's heartbreaking to have to grade this climb, which embodies the very definition of parodox. On the one hand, there's the raw joy of setting one's wheels on the centuries-old cobblestones of the Route des Canons and the Rampe Verte. A 1.3 km immersion on the only carriageway dating back to the 17th century, long before the Route Merveilleuse smoothed the ascent. On the other hand, there's the physical challenge: bellig... read more

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Reviews (3)

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Nico485
1 Mo 5.0 00:08:45 (5.5 mph)
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Between historical ecstasy and mechanical ordeal.

It's heartbreaking to have to grade this climb, which embodies the very definition of parodox. On the one hand, there's the raw joy of setting one's wheels on the centuries-old cobblestones of the Route des Canons and the Rampe Verte. A 1.3 km immersion on the only carriageway dating back to the 17th century, long before the Route Merveilleuse smoothed the ascent.

On the other hand, there's the physical challenge: belligerent cobblestones with gaping joints that are veritable mountains for insects. After 20 years of cycling, I can tell you: this is the most ungrateful section I've ever tackled, and that's coming from a Belgian.

Yet the historical aura outweighs the hellish terrain. The 5 stars are well deserved, because here you don't climb a hill, you challenge the history of a place once coveted by the greatest emprires.

My two tips:

1) To experience at least once, especially to validate your title in the "Fêlés de la Citadelle" brotherhood.
2) Never go down this slope.

A dreadful joy.

Entre extase historique et calvaire mécanique.

Quel déchirement de devoir noter cette montée qui incarne la définition même du parodoxe. D'un côté, le bonheur brut de poser ses roues sur les pavés séculaires de la Route des Canons et de la Rampe Verte. Une immersion de 1,3 km sur l'unique accès carrossable du XVIIe siècle, bien avant que la Route Merveilleuse ne vienne lisser l'ascension.

De l'autre, l'épreuve physique : des pavés belliqueux, aux joints béants, qui représentent de véritables montagnes pour les insectes. Après 20 ans de cyclisme, je peux l'affirmer : c'est le secteur le plus ingrat que j'ai jamais affronté, et c'est un belge qui vous le dit.

Pourtant, l'aura historique l'emporte sur l'enfer du relief. Les 5 étoiles sont méritées, car ici, on ne grimpe pas une côte, on défie l'histoire d'un lieu autrefois convoité par les plus grands emprires.

Mes deux conseils :

1) À vivre au moins une fois, surtout pour valider son titre dans la confrérie des « Fêlés de la Citadelle ».
2) Ne descendez jamais par ce versant.

Un affreux bonheur.

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MarcW
1 y 3.0
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I think the citadel of Namur is the city's most famous building, so it's nice that you can cycle to it. This is the hardest part though, because you have to go over cobblestones that are sometimes so far apart that your wheels sink between them. You're so busy keeping your bike upright (and yourself) that you forget it's quite steep. On the Rampe itself you can still swerve to the footpath, if no one is walking and you are not bothered by the manhole covers, but on the Route des Canons you can no longer do that. I feel sorry for the artillerymen who used to have to lug cannons up here.

De citadel van Namen is denk ik het bekendste gebouw van de stad, dus het is fijn dat je er naartoe kunt fietsen. Dit is wel de moeilijkste kant, want je moet over kasseien die soms zover uit elkaar liggen dat je wielen ertussen zakken. Je bent zo druk bezig je fiets overeind te houden (en jezelf) dat je vergeet dat het best steil is. Op de Rampe zelf kun je nog uitwijken naar het voetpad, als er niemand loopt en je je niet stoort aan de putdeksels, maar op de Route des Canons kan dat niet meer. Ik heb medelijden met de artilleristen die hier vroeger kanonnen omhoog moesten zeulen.

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Mattie725
3 y 2.0 00:06:54 (7 mph)

Do not recommend on a road bike!
First part (rampe verte) has cobbles which are almost impossible on a road bike. This part also has an asphalt side walk though.
Second part (Route des canons) has better but still very bad cobblestones with stones missing everywhere. The technically is a bigger problem than the steepness. When wet, probably not possible on a road bike.
Said all that, half our group made it up so if you're crazy enough...

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:09:45
7 mph 00:06:54
9 mph 00:05:23
12 mph 00:04:02

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Frequently Asked Questions

Route des Canons via Rampe Verte 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!

Route des Canons via Rampe Verte 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, Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is not a problem.

Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is 0.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is 8.4%.

Route des Canons via Rampe Verte has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is at 633 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:09:45 to climb Route des Canons via Rampe Verte. At 7 mph the time is 00:06:54, and at 9 mph 00:05:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:04:02 is an achievable time.

Route des Canons via Rampe Verte is located in the region Namur Province in Belgium.

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