Col du Clergeon
Rhone-Alpes, france
8.7km 731m 8.4%
1Cat 1 D55
Col du Clergeon
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D55 rises 8.7km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 731m to 982m. Averaging 8.4%, the road kicks to 14.7% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. 17 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.
- Harder than 98% of climbs in France.
- More vertical gain than 96% of climbs in France.
- The crux hits between km 3 and km 4 — 5km above 10% averaging 11.6%.
- 17 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
8.7km
Avg Gradient
8.4%
Max Gradient
14.7%
Elevation Gain
731m
Summit
982m
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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