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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires

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8 reviews | Elevation profile | 14 photos
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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Difficulty points 647
Length 4.3 mi
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest segment 18.7%
Total ascent 1991 ft

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Beautiful scenery
6 hairpin turns
#33 average steepest climb of Savoie
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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is a climb in the region Savoie. It is 4.3 mi long and bridges 1991 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 647. The top of the ascent is located at 7881 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 8 reviews of this climb and uploaded 14 photos.

Road names: Violette & Gros Tougne

3.0 by Flona
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
As a cyclist who, like many others in the Alps, is a fan of pretty wooded passes with winding hairpins, this climb raises a few questions in my mind. Huge changes in gradient on an open route. Reserved for experienced cyclists (and, in the end, the most numerous of all), particularly the last kilometre with its huge gradients that take the pleasure out of the climb. So, yes, no cars and magnificent views, but was it worth tarmacking this mountain? I'm not sure.... read more

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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Reviews (8)

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A2BE91
10 Mo 5.0
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I realised yesterday that the sign at the last kilometre calls for crime 😅 frankly, I've climbed some difficult cols, I did two Cinglé du Ventoux in 2023 and 2024... I've done Bonette ×2 5 times, I've done Mont-Colombis, Grand Colombier, Ventoux I've never reached the top of a pass as burnt as yesterday and as I followed it up with Aime 2000 I think I still had the Tougnète in my paws... I've never climbed anything like it 22% it's a wall the thing is

Je l'ai réalisé hier le panneau au dernier KM il appelle au crime 😅 franchement j'ai monté des cols difficiles j'ai fais deux Cinglé du Ventoux en 2023 et 2024.. j'ai fais des Bonette ×2 à 5 reprises, j'ai fais le Mont-Colombis, Grand Colombier, Ventoux je ne suis jamais arrivée au sommet d'un col aussi cramé qu'hier et comme j'ai enchaîné avec Aime 2000 je pense que j'avais encore la Tougnète dans les pattes.. je n'ai jamais monté rien de tel 22% c'est un mur le truc

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Joostfietst
2 y 5.0
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Hele vette klim door een mooi landschap met prachtig uitzicht over het dal. De klim is pittig, maar ik vond hem heel leuk om te doen. Het einde is wel echt heftig. Als je bij de bollenfiets bent na een steil stukje denk je er te zijn, maar niets is minder waar, daarna komen nog steilere stroken naar het einde. Deze zeker doen als je er bent. Ook het "fietspad" Les Menuires naar Val Thorens is de moeite waard. Onregelmatig, maar niet zo extreem als Tougnète.

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Flona
2 y 3.0 00:50:00 (5.2 mph)
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As a cyclist who, like many others in the Alps, is a fan of pretty wooded passes with winding hairpins, this climb raises a few questions in my mind. Huge changes in gradient on an open route. Reserved for experienced cyclists (and, in the end, the most numerous of all), particularly the last kilometre with its huge gradients that take the pleasure out of the climb. So, yes, no cars and magnificent views, but was it worth tarmacking this mountain? I'm not sure.

En tant que cycliste féru de jolis cols boisés et aux épingles tortueuses comme beaucoup d'autres dans les Alpes, cette montée m'interroge. Des ruptures de pente énormes sur un tracé à découvert. Réservé aux cyclistes confirmés (et aux VAE finalement les plus nombreux) notamment le dernier kilomètre avec des pourcentages énormes qui enlèvent le plaisir de grimper. Alors oui pas de voitures et vue magnifique mais cela valait-il la peine de goudronner cette montagne ? Pas sûr

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Don070dh
2 y 4.0
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Beautiful climb. From Mourtiers, the climb is 30km long. Last part, just before the summit of Tougnette, you get another 1.5km dessert of 20/22/27% 🥵

Mooie klim. Vanuit Mourtiers is de klim 30km lang. Laatste stuk, vlak voor de top van Tougnette, krijg je nog een toetje van 1,5km van 20/22/27% 🥵

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Dune
3 y 5.0
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This ascent is set to become a must for anyone who loves exceptional scenery. A great pass is born, but starting from Moutiers.
An ascent at the end of the day, at the end of October. There's nothing better: silence, solitude and fine weather. A fairly easy climb to the foot of the final steep slope. But here, it's really hard not to put your foot down. The wind, which had been an ally all the way up, pushing hard at your back, became a formidable adversary on the ridge.
The descent at the start is like jumping into the void, on a surface that has unfortunately already deteriorated. But what a delight to play with the curves and the slope. But what will happen with the summer crowds?
Meeting at the top with the longboarder 'Legende Longboard' and his wonderful board. I followed him on his run for the pleasure of watching him surf the tarmac.

Cette ascension est appelée à devenir un passage obligé pour tous les amoureux de cadres exceptionnels. Un grand col est né, mais en partant de Moutiers.
Une ascension en fin de journée, fin octobre. Rien de mieux, le silence, la solitude et le beau temps. Une montée assez facile jusqu'au pied du raidillon final. Mais là, c'est vraiment très difficile de ne pas poser le pied. Le vent qui avait été un allié toute la montée en poussant fort dans le dos et devenu sur la créte un adversaire redoutable.
La descente au début s'apparente à un saut dans le vide, sur un revêtement hélas déjà déterioré. Mais quel régal de jouer avec les courbes et la pente. Mais qu'en sera-t-il avec l'affluence estivale?
Rencontre au sommet avec le longboardeur "Legende Longboard" et sa merveilleuse planche. Je l'ai suivi lors de son run pour le plaisir de le voir surfer le bitume.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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keniske
3 y 5.0
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Just tried to do this one after already having done Val Thorens completely, cracked at the end of this climb 200m from the top KRAMP and finito. The climb itself is on a billiard level road and forbidden for motorised traffic, great little climb but oh so hard end....

Deze net proberen te doen na al Val Thorens volledig te hebben gedaan, gekraakt op het einde van deze klim 200m van de top KRAMP en finito. De klim zelf biljartvlakwegdek en verboden voor gemotoriseerd verkeer , prima Colletje maar oh zo zwaar einde...

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CycloWorld
3 y 5.0
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Very tricky col with an insane finish. According to Strava up to 27.7%.
Wonderful experience without cars. You are completely cut off from the world. Only the sound of animals. A bit of the MTB experience on the bike.

Zeer lastige col met een krankzinnig slot. Volgens Strava tot 27,7%.
Prachtige ervaring zonder auto's. Je bent compleet van de wereld afgesloten. Alleen het geluid van was dieren. Een beetje de MTB-beleving op de fiets.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires
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Lenoble
3 y 4.0
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In the off-season at the end of June it is still paradise.
Lots of marmots
Not recommended for inexperienced cyclists

Hors saison fin juin c'est encore le paradis.
Pas mal de marmottes
Déconseillé aux cyclistes inexpérimentés

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:52:02
7 mph 00:36:50
9 mph 00:28:42
12 mph 00:21:34

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Col de Tougnète can be cycled from 3 sides. Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Col de Tougnète from Moutiers & Col de Tougnète from Moutiers via D96.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires 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!

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires 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.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is 4.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is 8.8%.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.7%.

The summit of Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is at 7881 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:52:02 to climb Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires. At 7 mph the time is 00:36:50, and at 9 mph 00:28:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:21:34 is an achievable time.

Col de Tougnète from Les Ménuires is located in the region Savoie in France.

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