Pré de Madame Carle from Vallouise

The Pierre rises 13.2km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 720m to 1,876m. The average gradient of 5.4% disguises ramps of 13.4% — 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. The road reaches 1,876m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France.