Question 1

How hard is Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne?

Accepted Answer

Classified as Category 3, Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

Question 2

How long is Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne?

Accepted Answer

Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne is 10.5km long with 432m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.

Question 3

Where does Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne start?

Accepted Answer

Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne starts on the D10 in Languedoc-Roussillon, France. The starting coordinates are 44.1505°N, 3.6899°E.

Question 4

What is the steepest section of Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne?

Accepted Answer

The steepest 100-metre section of Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne hits 9.7%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 4.1%.

Question 5

How many hairpins does Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne have?

Accepted Answer

Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne has 6 hairpin bends. The switchbacks add character to the climb and offer changing views.

Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne

Col de l'Espinas from Saint André de Valborgne

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