Avérole from Bessans
Rhone-Alpes, france
5.9km 256m 4.3%
3Cat 3
Avérole from Bessans
Rhone-Alpes, france
Avérole from Bessans covers 5.9km and 256m of climbing, reaching 1,992m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.3% disguises ramps of 11.5% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 4 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. The road reaches 1,992m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.
- Higher summit than 99% of climbs in France.
- At 1,992m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
- A false flat around km 2 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
5.9km
Avg Gradient
4.3%
Max Gradient
11.5%
Elevation Gain
256m
Summit
1,992m
Wall Rating
3.3
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What things cost
Typical prices in France
€3.20
Coffee
€6.00
Beer
€15.00
Meal
€1.80
Water
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