Col de Pichillon from Saint Marcellin en Forez
Rhone-Alpes, france
16.9km 576m 3.4%
3Cat 3 D498
Col de Pichillon from Saint Marcellin en Forez
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D498 rises 16.9km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 576m to 950m. The average gradient of 3.4% disguises ramps of 7.1% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 4 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.
- Longer than 98% of climbs in France.
- More vertical gain than 94% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 6 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
16.9km
Avg Gradient
3.4%
Max Gradient
7.1%
Elevation Gain
576m
Summit
950m
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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