Col Saint-Martin from Saint-Martin-Vésubie

Route overview

Suitable for riders looking for a short but sustained climb of 8.3 km with over 500 m elevation gain.

An 8.3 km climb in France from Saint-Martin-Vésubie to Col Saint-Martin, gaining 536 m elevation.

Starting near Saint-Martin-Vésubie at 970 m, the route climbs steadily for 7.9 km from 0.4 km to the summit at 1,506 m. This is a paved main road (M 2565) for 99% of the route without cycle lanes. The average gradient is 6.8% with a maximum of 9.3%, with 96% of the route climbing and only 1% descending. The first half contains about 58% of the climbing. The profile is mainly uphill with some short flatter or descending sections. Facilities are available in Saint-Martin-Vésubie at the start, including bakeries, cafés, a supermarket, shops, toilets and bike shops. Beyond 0.2 km to 8.1 km, there is a 7.9 km stretch without cafés, shops or water, so refuelling should be done in town before starting. At 4.8 km, the Belvédère de la Pausa viewpoint is nearby. At the finish near the Colmiane Forest, there are bike shops, restaurants and a pub. The road surface is fully paved, and the route mainly follows the M 2565 road.

Highlights

• Summit height 1,506 m
• 7.9 km climb averaging 6.8%
• Belvédère de la Pausa viewpoint at 4.8 km
• Colmiane Forest near the finish

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

36 min

Best months

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

Know before you go

• 7.9 km without café, shop or water from 0.2 to 8.1 km
• 8.2 km on main roads without cycle lane

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