Col du Bénas
Rhone-Alpes, france
11.5km 583m 5.1%
2Cat 2 D7
Col du Bénas
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D7 rises 11.5km through gentle countryside, gaining 583m to 795m. The average gradient of 5.1% disguises ramps of 14% — 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.
- Harder than 95% of climbs in France.
- Longer than 95% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 2 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
11.5km
Avg Gradient
5.1%
Max Gradient
14%
Elevation Gain
583m
Summit
795m
Wall Rating
4.6
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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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