Col des Saisies
Rhone-Alpes, france
14.6km 807m 5.5%
2Cat 2 D218B
Col des Saisies
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D218B rises 14.6km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 807m to 1,658m. The average gradient of 5.5% disguises ramps of 18.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 10 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,658m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.
- Higher summit than 98% of climbs in France.
- Steeper maximum gradient than 97% of climbs in France.
- 10 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- At 1,658m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
- A false flat around km 6 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
14.6km
Avg Gradient
5.5%
Max Gradient
18.4%
Elevation Gain
807m
Summit
1,658m
Wall Rating
5.4
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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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