Col des Aravis from Flumet

Route overview

This ride suits cyclists prepared for a medium distance climb with sustained gradient over 11 km.

11.7 km climb of Col des Aravis from Flumet in France with 606 m elevation gain.

Starting at Flumet at 905 m, this climb heads 11.7 km to the Col des Aravis at 1485 m. The route features two main climbing sections: an initial 1.8 km stretch gaining 107 m at 6.1% average gradient, followed by a longer 7.5 km climb gaining 493 m at 6.6%, peaking at a maximum gradient of 10% and 10%. Nearly all the climb (96%) is on main roads, primarily the D 909 for 11 km. The surface is 97% paved with a small 3% gravel section. There are 11.2 km on main roads without cycle lanes, and 5.6 km on roads with posted limits of 80 km/h or above. The climbing is predominant, accounting for 81% of the route, with over 7 km at gradients above 5% and nearly 2 km above 8%. Food and water are available at the start in Flumet including La Chaumière bakery, Le Petit Casino convenience store, and nearby toilets and drinking water. After the first kilometre, there is a 5.3 km stretch without cafes, shops or water until 6.1 km where Le fournil des Aravis bakery and convenience store, drinking water, and toilets are found. The finish area near the Col includes restaurants and a bar.

Highlights

• Climb Col des Aravis from 905 m to 1485 m
• Longest climb section 7.5 km at 6.6% avg gradient
• Main road D 909 for 11 km
• 5.3 km stretch without shops or water between km 0.8 and 6.1

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

50 min

Best months

Jun to Sep — daily highs of 19–24 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 11.2 km on main roads without cycle lanes
• 5.6 km on roads with 80 km/h speed or more
• 5.3 km stretch with no café, shop or water after km 0.8
• Short gravel section 3% of route

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