Col des Saisies from Flumet

Route overview

Suitable for cyclists ready for a medium-length climb with 801 m elevation gain over 15 km.

Climb to Col des Saisies from Flumet in France, 15 km with 801 m elevation gain.

This 15 km route starts at 905 m in Flumet and climbs steadily to 1655 m at Col des Saisies. It features three main climbs: the first 3.5 km rises 207 m at an average gradient of 6%, the second 6.7 km ascends 480 m averaging 7.2%, and the final 2.1 km climbs 111 m at 5.2%. Steep sections reach up to 10% gradient. The maximum altitude is reached at 14.3 km. Most of the route is on paved roads (96%), with minor gravel in 4% of the distance. The road surface consists mostly of minor roads (62%), with 28% on main roads including 4.2 km without a cycle lane, of which 3.7 km have speed limits over 80 km/h. There is also a short 1 km quiet street section. The longest named road on the route is the D 71a, ridden for 6.3 km. Amenities along the way include bakeries at the start and near km 6.6, plus a bar and restaurants near the finish. Drinking water is available at km 0.1, 6.6, and a spring at 10.5 km. Toilets are located at km 0, 6.6, and near the finish. Shops and medical facilities are within reach along the route. The longest uninterrupted stretch without café, shop, or water runs 3.9 km from 6.6 to 10.5 km.

Highlights

• Col des Saisies summit at 1655 m
• Long 6.7 km climb at 7.2% average gradient
• Paved roads with minor gravel sections
• La Chaumière bakery at start

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

1 h 04 min

Best months

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

Know before you go

• 4.2 km on main roads without a cycle lane
• 3.7 km on roads with 80 km/h+ speed limits
• 3.9 km without café, shop or water from km 6.6 to 10.5

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