Peyresourde Balestas / Peyragudes
Midi-Pyrenees, france
9.3km 656m 7%
2Cat 2
Peyresourde Balestas / Peyragudes
Midi-Pyrenees, france
Peyresourde Balestas / Peyragudes covers 9.3km and 656m of climbing, reaching 1,589m at the summit. The average gradient of 7% disguises ramps of 16.9% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 12 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,589m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Midi-Pyrenees, France.
- Higher summit than 99% of climbs in Midi-Pyrenees.
- Harder than 98% of climbs in Midi-Pyrenees.
- The crux hits between km 7 and km 7 — 3km above 10% averaging 11.3%.
- 12 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- At 1,589m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
Distance
9.3km
Avg Gradient
7%
Max Gradient
16.9%
Elevation Gain
656m
Summit
1,589m
Wall Rating
5.1
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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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