Cat 2

Col de l'Espinouse from Le Poujol sur Orb via Col de Madale

Languedoc-Roussillon, france

Col de l'Espinouse from Le Poujol sur Orb via Col de Madale covers 20.9km and 943m of climbing, reaching 1,120m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.5% disguises ramps of 9.9% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 16 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. Located in Languedoc-Roussillon, France.

  • Longer than 99% of climbs in France.
  • More vertical gain than 98% of climbs in France.
  • 16 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
  • A false flat around km 4 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Col de l'Espinouse from Le Poujol sur Orb via Col de Madale

Languedoc-Roussillon, france

20.9km 943m 4.5%
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Distance

20.9km

Avg Gradient

4.5%

Max Gradient

9.9%

Elevation Gain

943m

Summit

1,120m

Wall Rating

5.1

What things cost

Typical prices in France

€3.20

Coffee

€6.00

Beer

€15.00

Meal

€1.80

Water

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