Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse

Difficulty points	96
Length	1.2 mi
Average gradient	5.3%
Steepest segment	7.5%
Total ascent	338 ft

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Julian1601

5 d 5.0

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A most pleasant climb. The slope is gentle and even, and the cobblestones are so regular that they do little to impair performance. The views are splendid, especially in the first half of the climb.
A real pleasure!

Vortexus67

1 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

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The mythical citadel of Namur with its cobblestones and 2 km of windy slopes

fhuvie

2 Mo 5.0

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A not very steep slope but well worth the effort. Small cobblestones increase the difficulty slightly but in itself the road surface is pretty good. Do not leave too 'great' is the message. Dosing.

Griezward

2 Mo 5.0

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An iconic cobblestone climb that is mostly about enjoyment. The gradient is never really steep, but due to its length and constant cobblestones, you have to dose your pace well. Turn after turn you climb past the citadel with beautiful views of Namur each time.

The road surface is surprisingly good and makes the climb very rideable. More touristy and technical fun than really tough, but definitely a must-do.

Jarin ^premium

5 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

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Beautiful iconic cobblestone climb, with the cobblestone deck looking well rideable by the way. Along the way, beautiful views of Namur and the Meuse valley.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse

_superver ^premium

9 Mo 5.0

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Insanely beautiful climb. The cobbles are perfect and the gradient is incredibly constant. The views are very nice and even on Saturday morning there was extremely little traffic.

It is a unique climb and the whole layout with the cobbles and the nice percentages. You really don't come across this easily.

An absolute must.

Vista ^premium

10 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

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Without doubt the most beautiful climb in the region. A real pleasure to climb and the ％ are not at all extravagant which makes it really affordable. Even the cobbles are generally "smooth". It's all good fun and there's one or more cafés for refuelling.

Pieter394 ^premium

1 y 5.0

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A classic you must have done! You ride from corner to corner - the percentages aren't too bad, but given the length you shouldn't blow yourself up at the start anyway. The cobbles are also perfect and you don't experience any discomfort. Enjoying the Citadel itself and the scenery over Namur. Top!

JelleNeeckx

1 y 5.0 00:05:32 (13.1 mph)

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Superb climb through many turns.
Past the citadel with a great view of names

Ride_Specialized

1 y 5.0 00:08:00 (9 mph)

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Surely this is longer than you would think. The road surface consists of clinkers, but is in very good condition. This road is also popular with cars's looking for parking. You will have to slalom between the cars's and tourists on nice days. Nevertheless, a climb that you should definitely have done?

GiovanniB15

1 y 5.0

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The climb is on the Meuse side and starts near the Casino de Namur.
The Route Merveilleuse is in good condition,
entirely paved.
What beautiful scenery, too, over the town of Jambes.
It's a very touristy place.

Didier-R

1 y 5.0

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My favourite climb, for its environment and its cobbles ( good )
a fairly regular ％, a must if you are passing through the city, plus it's the final climb of the pro race.

fiopre ^premium

3 y 5.0

A really beautiful climb! The cobbles are really smooth and the gradient is quite gentle. Barely any traffic and a good overlook of the city once at the top

WouterDK ^premium

4 y 5.0

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A tough and fairly long cobblestone climb that unfortunately is also driven up by many vehicles. The cobblestones are ok and the steepness doesn't have to hurt, provided you use the right dosage. Nice views over the city of Namur and the option for fast descents on the other side of the citadel.

Floris98

4 y 5.0

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I really recommend this. The cobblestones ride better than many asphalt roads in Belgium ... The views are great and the loop where you first go through the gate and then over it is of course unequalled. Really a wonderful climb that you can also just quietly drive up to enjoy. Through the Avenue Jean 1er you can also descend on smooth asphalt!

gaugau7

4 y 4.0

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mythical climb" with a beautiful road (sometimes cobbled but very good quality. Nice passage with a small bridge. Nice view on the Meuse and the Sambre.

PelotonDesArdennes

5 y 5.0

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One of my favorite hills in the country... if you don't hit too much traffic. On a nice day, the cars's can get a little annoying.

reteiP

5 y 4.0

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Ridden in the Tour de Namur, actually an indispensable climb if you visit the center of Namur. Beautiful views and not too bad cobblestones. Busy with traffic though.

Stef

5 y 4.0

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The climb has a beautiful view on Namur and climbs very gradually over cobblestones that are in a very good condition.

KoenM ^premium

5 y 4.0 00:05:17 (13.7 mph)

This is the closest 4th category climb near me (still 60k though) so I do this climb a few times a year.
Although there are cobbles it isn't very difficult, the cobbles aren't to bad and it isn't steep anywhere, the only thing u should remember that there are a few points that look like u are at the heighest point, but only if are on a very large square u are really on the top of the climb! U should also notice that alot of cars and motorbikes go up it and that there are a few events each year that close down the climb.

Climbing times

5 mph	00:14:32
7 mph	00:10:17
9 mph	00:08:01
12 mph	00:06:01

Road surface condition

37% 57% 7%

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Traffic

48% 45% 7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse is 1.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse is 5.3%.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.5%.

The summit of Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse is at 604 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:14:32 to climb Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse. At 7 mph the time is 00:10:17, and at 9 mph 00:08:01. For the fastest cyclists, 00:06:01 is an achievable time.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse is located in the region Namur Province in Belgium.

Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse

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Citadelle de Namur via Route Merveilleuse

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