Question 1

How hard is Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher?

Accepted Answer

Classified as Category 3, Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher is a solid climb that will test your legs.

Question 2

How long is Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher?

Accepted Answer

Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher is 3.9km long with 256m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 23 minutes.

Question 3

Where does Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher start?

Accepted Answer

Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher starts on the D161 in Rhone-Alpes, France. The starting coordinates are 44.4293°N, 4.3565°E.

Question 4

What is the steepest section of Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher?

Accepted Answer

The steepest 100-metre section of Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher hits 11.5%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 6.6%.

Question 5

How many hairpins does Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher have?

Accepted Answer

Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher has 9 hairpin bends. The switchbacks add character to the climb and offer changing views.

Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher

Rocher de Sampzon via Route du Rocher

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