Col de Pailhères from Usson-Les Bains via Champ du Soula
Languedoc-Roussillon, france
14.2km 1214m 8.5%
HCHC
Col de Pailhères from Usson-Les Bains via Champ du Soula
Languedoc-Roussillon, france
Col de Pailhères from Usson-Les Bains via Champ du Soula is one of cycling's great tests — 14.2km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,214m from base to summit. Averaging 8.5%, the road kicks to 14.1% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. The 22 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. The road reaches 1,999m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Languedoc-Roussillon, France.
- More vertical gain than 99% of climbs in France.
- The 3rd climb in Languedoc-Roussillon by difficulty.
- Longer than 97% of climbs in France.
- The 6th climb in Languedoc-Roussillon by summit elevation.
- The crux hits between km 2 and km 3 — 6km above 10% averaging 12.0%.
Distance
14.2km
Avg Gradient
8.5%
Max Gradient
14.1%
Elevation Gain
1214m
Summit
1,999m
Wall Rating
6.5
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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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