Saint Sauveur from Embrun

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Difficulty points	272
Length	3.6 mi
Average gradient	6.5%
Steepest segment	10.4%
Total ascent	1230 ft

Difficulty points

272

Length

3.6 mi

Average gradient

6.5%

Steepest segment

10.4%

Total ascent

1230 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

Hidden gem

5 hairpin turns

#98 toughest climb of Serre Ponçon

#90 most elevation gain of Serre Ponçon

#97 longest climb of Serre Ponçon

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The start of the climb is the same as the climb to Les Orres. This is also the toughest part. In the direction of Saint Sauveur, the road is narrow. After Saint Sauveur, you can continue cycling through a nice wooded area.

Marcdelange12345

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Beautiful views during the climb!

Climbing times

5 mph	00:43:18
7 mph	00:30:39
9 mph	00:23:53
12 mph	00:17:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Saint Sauveur can be cycled from 2 sides. Saint Sauveur from Embrun is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Saint Sauveur from Saint André d'Embrun.

Saint Sauveur from Embrun 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!

Saint Sauveur from Embrun 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, Saint Sauveur from Embrun is not a problem.

Saint Sauveur from Embrun is 3.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Saint Sauveur from Embrun is 6.5%.

Saint Sauveur from Embrun has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.4%.

The summit of Saint Sauveur from Embrun is at 3986 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:43:18 to climb Saint Sauveur from Embrun. At 7 mph the time is 00:30:39, and at 9 mph 00:23:53. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:57 is an achievable time.

Saint Sauveur from Embrun is located in the region Hautes Alpes in France.

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