How hard is Route des Gerts?

Classified as Category 5, Route des Gerts is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Route des Gerts?

Route des Gerts is 1.8km long with 56m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 11 minutes.

Where does Route des Gerts start?

Route des Gerts starts on the Route in Aquitaine, France. The starting coordinates are 43.6025°N, -0.8728°E.

What is the steepest section of Route des Gerts?

The steepest 100-metre section of Route des Gerts hits 12.2%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 3.1%.

Cat 5 Route

Route des Gerts

Aquitaine, france

The Route rises 1.8km through gentle countryside, gaining 56m to 117m. The average gradient of 3.1% disguises ramps of 12.2% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Aquitaine, France.