Prat d'Albis from Foix

Route overview

This ride suits cyclists who are comfortable with a sustained 11.9 km climb with significant gradients up to 11.9%.

A 11.9 km climb from Foix to Prat d'Albis, France, gaining 808 m on minor roads mainly along D 421.

The route begins at Foix at 394 m elevation and climbs steadily for 11.8 km to Prat d'Albis at 1202 m. It gains 807 m steadily at an average gradient of 6.8%, with maximum steeper sections of up to 11.9%. Almost all the climbing occurs continuously, with 9.9 km over 5%, 3 km over 8%, and 1.9 km over 10% gradients. The surface is predominantly paved (96%) on minor roads (95% of distance) mainly following the D 421 road for 10.7 km. Despite minor roads classification, 8.7 km of the climb is on roads with posted limits of 80 km/h or more. The route is mostly climbing (99%) with only 1% descending and no flat parts. At the start in Foix there is a bakery, café, pub, fast food options and a supermarket, as well as water points and public toilets within 250 m. A bike shop and station are within 700 m at Foix for support or bails. After 2.2 km the route encounters almost no cafés, shops or water for 9.6 km, so preparation is advisable before climbing.

Highlights

• Climb from Foix (394 m) to Prat d'Albis (1202 m)
• Average gradient 6.8%, max 11.9%
• Mostly paved minor roads, primarily D 421
• Longest stretch without café/shop or water: 9.6 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

51 min

Best months

May to Oct — daily highs of 19–27 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 9.6 km without café, shop or water after 2.2 km
• 8.7 km on roads with speed limits 80 km/h or more

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