Col de la Faucille from Gex

Route overview

Cyclists prepared for a short but very steep climb with some unpaved sections.

An 8.2 km route from Gex to Col de la Faucille in France climbing 773 m.

Starting in Gex (611 m), the route immediately climbs a steep 6.8 km section to Col de la Faucille at 1367 m. This climb averages 11% gradient with maximum ramps at 23.1%. The profile is mostly climbing with 88% of the route ascending, including long sections over 8% and 10% gradient. The surface is a mix of 64% paved and 36% gravel or unpaved. Road types include 3.4 km on quiet streets, 3 km on paths, and 1.9 km on main roads without cycle lanes. The route features 1 km on roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more. Water is available near km 0.6 and 6.2, but there is a 5.6 km stretch without shops or cafés from 0.6 km to 6.2 km. At the start in Gex there are cafés, a bakery, a restaurant, and bars. A bike rental is available 1.1 km in. The route passes beneath Le Turet mountain around km 6.8. Amenities along the route include a petrol station at 0.6 km and convenience stores near the start.

Highlights

• Col de la Faucille at 1367 m
• Steep climb averaging 11%
• Passes beneath Le Turet (1400 m)
• 5.6 km without shops or water
• Starts in Gex with cafés and bars

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

35 min

Best months

Jun to Sep — daily highs of 20–25 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 5.6 km stretch without café, shop or water from 0.6 km
• 1.9 km on main roads without a cycle lane
• 1 km on roads with 80 km/h speed limit
• 36% gravel or unpaved surface

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