How hard is Chemin de Xanxinenea?

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

How long is Chemin de Xanxinenea?

Chemin de Xanxinenea is 1km long with 46m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 6 minutes.

Where does Chemin de Xanxinenea start?

Chemin de Xanxinenea starts on the Chemin in Aquitaine, France. The starting coordinates are 43.3813°N, -1.6419°E.

What is the steepest section of Chemin de Xanxinenea?

The steepest 100-metre section of Chemin de Xanxinenea hits 8.2%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 4.4%.

Cat 5 Chemin

Chemin de Xanxinenea

Aquitaine, france

The Chemin rises 1km through gentle countryside, gaining 46m to 50m. Averaging 4.4%, the road kicks to 8.2% 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 Aquitaine, 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.