How hard is Col du Lautaret from Briançon?

Classified as Category 2, Col du Lautaret from Briançon is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Col du Lautaret from Briançon?

Col du Lautaret from Briançon is 26.3km long with 801m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Where does Col du Lautaret from Briançon start?

Col du Lautaret from Briançon starts on the Route in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France. The starting coordinates are 44.9057°N, 6.6283°E.

What is the steepest section of Col du Lautaret from Briançon?

The steepest 100-metre section of Col du Lautaret from Briançon hits 7.4%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 3%.

Cat 2 Route

Col du Lautaret from Briançon

Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france

The Route rises 26.3km through mountain forest into exposed high country, gaining 801m to 2,055m. The average gradient of 3% disguises ramps of 7.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 2 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. At 2,055m, the summit rises above the treeline into an exposed, often windswept landscape. Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.

Longer than 99% of climbs in France.
Higher summit than 99% of climbs in France.
Summit above 2,000m — the road climbs above the treeline into exposed, often windswept terrain.
A false flat around km 5 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.