Col de l'Épine
Rhone-Alpes, france
12km 709m 5.9%
2Cat 2 D916
Col de l'Épine
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D916 rises 12km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 709m to 987m. The average gradient of 5.9% disguises ramps of 15.6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 3 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.
- More vertical gain than 96% of climbs in France.
- Harder than 96% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 2 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
12km
Avg Gradient
5.9%
Max Gradient
15.6%
Elevation Gain
709m
Summit
987m
Wall Rating
5
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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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