Le Bettex
Rhone-Alpes, france
9.1km 794m 8.7%
1Cat 1 D43
Le Bettex
Rhone-Alpes, france
The D43 rises 9.1km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 794m to 1,372m. Averaging 8.7%, the road kicks to 16.7% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. 19 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 97% of climbs in France.
- The crux hits between km 1 and km 2 — 5km above 10% averaging 12.1%.
- 19 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
9.1km
Avg Gradient
8.7%
Max Gradient
16.7%
Elevation Gain
794m
Summit
1,372m
Wall Rating
5.7
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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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