Col de Prat-de-Bouc from Murat

Route overview

Suitable for riders looking for a short to medium climb with moderate gradients over 10.8 km.

A 10.8 km climb from Murat to Col de Prat-de-Bouc in France with 492 m ascent.

The route starts in Murat, where several cafés, a bakery, a market, bars, and a restaurant are available. The first 2.5 km descend slightly from 890 m, passing quiet streets and minor roads before the main climbing begins. From 2.5 km the climb to Col de Prat-de-Bouc extends 8.3 km, gaining 491 m at an average gradient of 6%, with a maximum of 10.5%. The road is mostly main road (D 39) for 8.6 km with no cycle lanes, paved nearly 98%, and includes some descents and flats but predominantly climbing. After km 6.3, there is a longest stretch of 4.5 km without café, shop or water until the finish at 10.8 km. At the summit of Col de Prat-de-Bouc at 1382 m, a restaurant is nearby. Water points and toilets are available at 0.8 km, 6.3 km, and the finish, with a bike shop and petrol station close to the start. The route is point-to-point from Murat to the pass, with a bailout point at 1.1 km back in Murat.

Highlights

• Col de Prat-de-Bouc at 1382 m
• 8.3 km climb averaging 6%
• Start in Murat with cafés and bakery
• Longest stretch without facilities for 4.5 km from km 6.3

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

46 min

Best months

Jul to Sep — daily highs of 19–23 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 8.6 km on main roads without cycle lanes
• 4.5 km longest stretch without café, shop or water from km 6.3

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.