How hard is Chemin de Fontaynes?

Classified as Category 5, Chemin de Fontaynes is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Chemin de Fontaynes?

Chemin de Fontaynes is 1.1km long with 53m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 7 minutes.

Where does Chemin de Fontaynes start?

Chemin de Fontaynes starts on the Chemin in Rhone-Alpes, France. The starting coordinates are 44.3498°N, 4.6070°E.

What is the steepest section of Chemin de Fontaynes?

The steepest 100-metre section of Chemin de Fontaynes hits 8%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 4.7%.

Cat 5 Chemin

Chemin de Fontaynes

Rhone-Alpes, france

The Chemin rises 1.1km through gentle countryside, gaining 53m to 190m. Averaging 4.7%, the road kicks to 8% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.

A false flat around km 0 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
A gentler outing by France standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.