Côte de Veyre-Monton

Côte de Veyre-Monton can be cycled from 4 sides. Vierge de Monton from Le Crest is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Mur de Vierge de Monton from Veyre-Monton, Côte de Veyre-Monton & Monton from Veyre via Rue Jean Moulin.

Côte de Veyre-Monton 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!

Côte de Veyre-Monton 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, Côte de Veyre-Monton is not a problem.

Côte de Veyre-Monton is 0.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Côte de Veyre-Monton is 10.6%.

Côte de Veyre-Monton has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.9%.

The summit of Côte de Veyre-Monton is at 1621 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:09:38 to climb Côte de Veyre-Monton. At 7 mph the time is 00:06:49, and at 9 mph 00:05:19. For the fastest cyclists, 00:03:59 is an achievable time.

Côte de Veyre-Monton is located in the region Puy-de-Dôme in France.