How hard is Rue du Couchant?

Classified as Category 5, Rue du Couchant is a solid climb that will test your legs.

How long is Rue du Couchant?

Rue du Couchant is 1.3km long with 65m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 8 minutes.

Where does Rue du Couchant start?

Rue du Couchant starts on the Rue in Midi-Pyrenees, France. The starting coordinates are 43.4410°N, 0.1427°E.

What is the steepest section of Rue du Couchant?

The steepest 100-metre section of Rue du Couchant hits 9.4%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 5%.

Cat 5 Rue

Rue du Couchant

Midi-Pyrenees, france

The Rue rises 1.3km through gentle countryside, gaining 65m to 254m. Averaging 5%, the road kicks to 9.4% 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.