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Cycling in Château-Ville-Vieille
Cycling from Château-Ville-Vieille offers a challenging 21.5 km climb to Col Agnel, reaching 2727 m with gradients up to 10%.
Riding in Château-Ville-Vieille in numbers
- 1
- 22 km
- 22 km
- 1,344 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout
- Roads
- 93% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
- High point
- 2,727 m on Col Agnel from Château-Ville-Vieille
- Climbs
- 1 named climb · 1 ascent of 500 m or more
When to ride in Château-Ville-Vieille
Best months: Jul to Sep.
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6°-4°M10
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7°-2°N11
3°-5°D10
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The ride in Château-Ville-Vieille
Notable climbs
Cycling guide to Château-Ville-Vieille
Château-Ville-Vieille is the start point for a demanding route leading to Col Agnel, crossing from France into Italy. The principal route covers 21.5 km with an elevation gain of 1344 m, making it suitable for riders seeking a significant ascent. The climb begins at 1 km and extends over 20.4 km with an average gradient of 6.6%, peaking at 10%. The road is mostly paved, with 95% paved and 5% gravel or unpaved surfaces. There are no intermediate places listed en route, and the longest stretch without services is 8.2 km, so riders should be prepared. The route lacks cycle paths, and nearly all 20.1 km on main roads have no cycle lanes.
- The terrain is mountainous, with a high point at 2727 m at the summit of Col Agnel. The climb features sustained gradients averaging 6.6%, with maximum gradients reaching 10%, suitable for experienced cyclists.
