Plateau de Beille from Les Cabannes

Route overview

Riders prepared for a long sustained climb with significant elevation gain.

14.3 km climb from Les Cabannes to Plateau de Beille in France with 1245 m ascent.

The route starts in Les Cabannes at 537 m and climbs continuously for 14.3 km to Plateau de Beille at 1782 m, gaining 1245 m, making it a sustained climb with an average gradient of 8.7% and sections up to 23.8%. The first half of the climb contains 53% of the elevation gain. The road is mainly minor roads (92%) with about 0.8 km on paths (6%) and 92% of the surface is paved, with 8% gravel or unpaved. The D 522 road is followed for 12.2 km. Along the route, facilities are limited with no cafes, shops, or water points from 0.2 km to 14.3 km. At the start in Les Cabannes, there are multiple places to refuel or buy supplies including a bakery, convenience stores, restaurants, a bar, toilets, and drinking water very close to the road. The plateau finish offers a convenience store and a water point. Notable peaks near the road include Pierrefitte at 10.9 km and Sarrat des Auzels at 11.6 km.

Highlights

• Sustained 14.3 km climb to 1782 m
• Pierrefitte peak at 10.9 km
• Sarrat des Auzels peak near 11.6 km
• Longest stretch without café or shop 14.1 km from 0.2 km

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

1 h 01 min

Best months

May to Oct — daily highs of 19–26 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 14.1 km with no café, shop or water from 0.2 km onwards
• 0.8 km of path (unpaved)
• Maximum gradient 23.8%

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