Col de Vizzavona from Vivario

Route overview

A ride suitable for cyclists prepared for a medium distance climb with 549 m elevation gain.

A 12.7 km climb from Vivario to Col de Vizzavona in France with 549 m elevation gain.

The route starts at Vivario (659 m) and climbs steadily to Foce di Vizzavona (1167 m) over 12.7 km. It follows the main road (T 20) for nearly the entire distance, with 99% paved surface. The road is mostly climbing (80%) with some flat sections and minor descending. The first climb segment from km 0.2 to 3 covers 2.8 km gaining 172 m at an average gradient of 6.2%, with a maximum of 7.9%. After passing Savaggio at 3.7 km and Tattone at 5.9 km, the second climb segment begins at 5.8 km spanning 6.8 km with 355 m gained at an average of 5.2%, peaking at 9.7% locally. Vizzavona Gare is at 9.4 km, and the highest point, Foce di Vizzavona, is at 12.6 km. Along the route there are cafés at 2.3 km and 11.9 km, drinking water at the start, 6 km, and 10.5 km, and a convenience store near the start and at the finish. A bail out point is available at Tattone (5.2 km) with a station nearby. Toilets and a petrol station are around 5.5–5.6 km. The longest stretch without a café, shop or water is 3.1 km between 2.3 and 5.4 km.

Highlights

• Passes through Vivario to Foce di Vizzavona
• Two main climbs: 2.8 km at 6.2%, then 6.8 km at 5.2%
• Highest point at 1167 m after 12.6 km
• Cafés at 2.3 km and 11.9 km along route

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

54 min

Know before you go

• 12.3 km on main roads without a cycle lane
• Longest stretch without café, shop or water: 3.1 km from 2.3 to 5.4 km

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