How hard is Route de Verdun?

Classified as Category 5, Route de Verdun is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Route de Verdun?

Route de Verdun is 1.8km long with 71m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 11 minutes.

Where does Route de Verdun start?

Route de Verdun starts on the Route in Midi-Pyrenees, France. The starting coordinates are 43.7955°N, 1.0931°E.

What is the steepest section of Route de Verdun?

The steepest 100-metre section of Route de Verdun hits 6.2%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 4%.

Cat 5 Route

Route de Verdun

Midi-Pyrenees, france

The Route rises 1.8km through gentle countryside, gaining 71m to 263m. Averaging 4%, the road kicks to 6.2% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Midi-Pyrenees, France.

A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
A gentler outing by France standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.