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Cycling in Saint-Lary-Soulan
Cycling from Saint-Lary-Soulan includes a challenging 17.6 km climb to Col de Portet with steep gradients and high elevation gain.
Riding in Saint-Lary-Soulan in numbers
- 1
- 18 km
- 18 km
- 1,397 m
- Surface
- Paved almost throughout
- Roads
- 41% of the riding on main roads without a cycle lane
- High point
- 2,207 m on Col de Portet from Saint-Lary-Soulan
- Climbs
- 1 named climb · 1 ascent of 500 m or more
The ride in Saint-Lary-Soulan
Notable climbs
Cycling guide to Saint-Lary-Soulan
Saint-Lary-Soulan offers a route featuring the Col de Portet climb, covering 17.6 km with 1,397 m elevation gain. The ride passes through several places including Trachère, Cadeilhan, Vignec, Vielle-Aure, Soulan, and Espiaube. The route starts near Saint-Lary-Soulan and reaches a high point of 2,207 m at Col de Portet. The climb begins at 1.3 km into the route and extends for 16.2 km with an average gradient of 8.6% and a maximum of 11.1%. The road is mostly paved with 99% surfaced, and there is a small 1% unpaved or gravel section. Main road sections without cycle lanes total 7.2 km, and the longest stretch without services is 9.3 km. No cycle paths or railway stations are noted near the route.
- The terrain is mountainous with a sustained climb averaging 8.6% gradient over 16.2 km, reaching an elevation of 2,207 m. The steepest sections reach 11.1% gradient, making for a demanding ascent.
