How hard is Chemin de Torte?

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

How long is Chemin de Torte?

Chemin de Torte is 1.9km long with 63m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 11 minutes.

Where does Chemin de Torte start?

Chemin de Torte starts on the Chemin in Midi-Pyrenees, France. The starting coordinates are 43.2987°N, 1.0487°E.

What is the steepest section of Chemin de Torte?

The steepest 100-metre section of Chemin de Torte hits 8.6%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 3.3%.

Cat 5 Chemin

Chemin de Torte

Midi-Pyrenees, france

The Chemin rises 1.9km through gentle countryside, gaining 63m to 378m. The average gradient of 3.3% disguises ramps of 8.6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Midi-Pyrenees, France.

A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
A gentler outing by France standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.