Mont Bessou from Lavaur
Limousin, france
2.9km 231m 7.9%
3Cat 3
Mont Bessou from Lavaur
Limousin, france
At just 2.9km, Mont Bessou from Lavaur is short but deceptively intense — 231m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 7.9%, the road kicks to 15% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. Located in Limousin, France.
- The 1st climb in Limousin by summit elevation.
- Steeper maximum gradient than 92% of climbs in Limousin.
- Harder than 89% of climbs in Limousin.
- A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
2.9km
Avg Gradient
7.9%
Max Gradient
15%
Elevation Gain
231m
Summit
975m
Wall Rating
4.1
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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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