La Tortue
Auvergne, france
8km 376m 4.7%
3Cat 3
La Tortue
Auvergne, france
La Tortue covers 8km and 376m of climbing, reaching 1,210m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.7% disguises ramps of 10.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 3 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Auvergne, France.
- Higher summit than 93% of climbs in France.
- Longer than 89% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 4 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
8km
Avg Gradient
4.7%
Max Gradient
10.7%
Elevation Gain
376m
Summit
1,210m
Wall Rating
3.6
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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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