Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne can be cycled from 3 sides. Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Guillaumes is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone & Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Pont de Cians via Les Gorges du Cians.

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone 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!

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone is 5.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone is 6.1%.

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone is at 5499 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:02:47 to climb Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone. At 7 mph the time is 00:44:27, and at 9 mph 00:34:38. For the fastest cyclists, 00:26:01 is an achievable time.

Valberg / Col de Sainte Anne from Péone is located in the region Alpes-Maritimes in France.