Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte from Grenoble

Route overview

Suitable for riders wanting a challenging 18 km climb with 941 m of ascent.

An 18 km climb from Grenoble to Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte with 941 m ascent in France.

The ride begins at Grenoble at 216 m elevation and follows the D 106 main road for most of its 18 km length to Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte at 1156 m. After 4.7 km, the main climb starts, rising 933 m over 13.2 km with an average gradient of 7%, peaking at 12.8% in places. The steepest section is around km 0 with a 14.8% gradient for 500 m. The route is mostly paved with 97% asphalt and includes 1% gravel or unpaved with 2% unmapped surfaces. Road surfaces mainly consist of 60% main roads (about 10.8 km), including 10.9 km without cycle lanes, and 12 km/h maximum speeds of 80 km/h or more on 6 km. There are also 2.1 km with cycle lanes, 1.9 km quiet streets, and smaller proportions of paths, minor roads, and cycle paths. Facilities include cafés, shops and water points near the start and finish, but a 6 km stretch between 10.8 and 16.8 km without cafés, shops, or water should be noted. Toilet stops are at km 0.4, 6.4 and near the finish.

Highlights

• Climb of 13.2 km averaging 7% gradient
• Steepest 500 m at 14.8% gradient near start
• Top elevation 1156 m at Saint-Nizier-du-Moucherotte
• Longest main road section on D 106 at 11.3 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

1 h 17 min

Best months

Apr to Oct — daily highs of 18–29 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 6 km stretch with no café, shop or water from km 10.8 to 16.8
• 10.9 km on main roads without cycle lanes
• 6 km on roads with 80 km/h+ speed limits
• Steepest 500 m section at 14.8% gradient

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