Orcières Merlette 1850
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
15.3km 707m 4.6%
2Cat 2
Orcières Merlette 1850
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
Orcières Merlette 1850 covers 15.3km and 707m of climbing, reaching 1,819m at the summit. Averaging 4.6%, the road kicks to 9.1% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. 13 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,819m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.
- Higher summit than 99% of climbs in France.
- Longer than 97% of climbs in France.
- 13 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- At 1,819m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
- A false flat around km 3 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
15.3km
Avg Gradient
4.6%
Max Gradient
9.1%
Elevation Gain
707m
Summit
1,819m
Wall Rating
4.4
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Typical prices in France
€3.20
Coffee
€6.00
Beer
€15.00
Meal
€1.80
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