How hard is Route des Bois?

Classified as Category 5, Route des Bois is a solid climb that will test your legs.

How long is Route des Bois?

Route des Bois is 1.5km long with 86m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 9 minutes.

Where does Route des Bois start?

Route des Bois starts on the Route in Bourgogne, France. The starting coordinates are 46.4989°N, 4.5013°E.

What is the steepest section of Route des Bois?

The steepest 100-metre section of Route des Bois hits 9.7%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 5.8%.

Cat 5 Route

Route des Bois

Bourgogne, france

The Route rises 1.5km through gentle countryside, gaining 86m to 408m. Averaging 5.8%, the road kicks to 9.7% 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 Bourgogne, France.