Gros Bessillon from Cotignac
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
9.1km 493m 5.4%
2Cat 2
Gros Bessillon from Cotignac
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
Gros Bessillon from Cotignac covers 9.1km and 493m of climbing, reaching 812m at the summit. The average gradient of 5.4% disguises ramps of 11% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 7 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.
- More vertical gain than 92% of climbs in France.
- Longer than 91% of climbs in France.
- A false flat around km 3 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
9.1km
Avg Gradient
5.4%
Max Gradient
11%
Elevation Gain
493m
Summit
812m
Wall Rating
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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