Bocca di Palmarella / Col de Palmarella
Corsica, france
32.5km 514m 1.6%
3Cat 3 D81
Bocca di Palmarella / Col de Palmarella
Corsica, france
The D81 rises 32.5km through gentle countryside, gaining 514m to 409m. The average gradient of 1.6% disguises ramps of 6.6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 13 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. Located in Corsica, France.
- The 5th climb in Corsica by distance.
- More vertical gain than 92% of climbs in France.
- 13 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- A false flat around km 8 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
32.5km
Avg Gradient
1.6%
Max Gradient
6.6%
Elevation Gain
514m
Summit
409m
Wall Rating
3.8
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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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