Risoul
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
12.7km 882m 7%
1Cat 1 D86
Risoul
Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, france
The D86 rises 12.7km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 882m to 1,852m. Averaging 7%, the road kicks to 13.6% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. 15 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,852m — 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.
- More vertical gain than 98% of climbs in France.
- 15 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
- At 1,852m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
Distance
12.7km
Avg Gradient
7%
Max Gradient
13.6%
Elevation Gain
882m
Summit
1,852m
Wall Rating
5.4
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Typical prices in France
€3.20
Coffee
€6.00
Beer
€15.00
Meal
€1.80
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