Col du Petit Ballon from Whir au Val
Alsace, france
14.4km 861m 6%
1Cat 1 D43
Col du Petit Ballon from Whir au Val
Alsace, france
The D43 rises 14.4km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 861m to 1,162m. The average gradient of 6% disguises ramps of 13.6% — 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 Alsace, France.
- Longer than 97% of climbs in France.
- Higher summit than 95% of climbs in Alsace.
- The 6th climb in Alsace by difficulty.
- The 9th climb in Alsace by elevation gain.
- The crux hits between km 8 and km 9 — 6km above 10% averaging 11.2%.
Distance
14.4km
Avg Gradient
6%
Max Gradient
13.6%
Elevation Gain
861m
Summit
1,162m
Wall Rating
5.3
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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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