How hard is Valfréjus?

Classified as Category 2, Valfréjus is a solid climb that will test your legs.

How long is Valfréjus?

Valfréjus is 5.9km long with 404m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 35 minutes.

Where does Valfréjus start?

Valfréjus starts on the Route in Rhone-Alpes, France. The starting coordinates are 45.1907°N, 6.6591°E.

What is the steepest section of Valfréjus?

The steepest 100-metre section of Valfréjus hits 14.1%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 6.9%.

How many hairpins does Valfréjus have?

Valfréjus has 14 hairpin bends. The hairpins break up the ascent and provide landmarks to track your progress.

Cat 2 Route

Valfréjus

Rhone-Alpes, france

The Route rises 5.9km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 404m to 1,551m. The average gradient of 6.9% disguises ramps of 14.1% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 14 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,551m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Rhone-Alpes, France.

Higher summit than 98% of climbs in France.
Harder than 91% of climbs in France.
The crux hits between km 4 and km 4 — 3km above 10% averaging 10.8%.
14 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
At 1,551m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.