Col de la Porte from Contes
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
22.9km 965m 4.2%
1Cat 1
Col de la Porte from Contes
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
Col de la Porte from Contes covers 22.9km and 965m of climbing, reaching 1,053m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.2% disguises ramps of 11.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 39 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.
- Longer than 99% of climbs in France.
- More vertical gain than 98% of climbs in France.
- 39 hairpin bends — the switchbacks are the rhythm of this climb, each one a small victory.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
- A false flat around km 7 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
22.9km
Avg Gradient
4.2%
Max Gradient
11.7%
Elevation Gain
965m
Summit
1,053m
Wall Rating
5.3
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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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