Cat 1 Route

Col du Clergeon

Rhone-Alpes, france

The Route rises 14.9km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 784m to 983m. The average gradient of 5.3% disguises ramps of 12.1% — 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. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.

  • Longer than 97% of climbs in France.
  • More vertical gain than 97% of climbs in France.
  • 10 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
  • One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
  • A false flat around km 11 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Col du Clergeon

Rhone-Alpes, france

14.9km 784m 5.3%
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Distance

14.9km

Avg Gradient

5.3%

Max Gradient

12.1%

Elevation Gain

784m

Summit

983m

Wall Rating

5

What things cost

Typical prices in France

€3.20

Coffee

€6.00

Beer

€15.00

Meal

€1.80

Water

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