Valloire Galibier Expériences - Parcours - Cycling up Col du Télégraphe

Most of this climb is in the cool shade of the trees. The gradient eases slightly after the first few kilometres but the slope remains quite steep all the way to the pass and its superb view of the Fort du Télégraphe.

The characteristics of the route.

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Rue du Galibier (73)

Distance 12.3 km
Elevation gain 860 m
Elevation lost 0 m
Min. elevation 711 m
Max. elevation. 1569 m
Duration (depending on pace) 1h
Marking Yes

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The Col du Télégraphe is usually climbed before the Col du Galibier. Nevertheless, it can be used as a training run before tackling the slopes of the legendary Galibier.
It has been climbed 34 times by Tour de France riders since 1947.

The road is in excellent condition, but is nevertheless very busy.
Marking : Climb equipped with mile markers indicating percentage of slope, altitude and distance to summit.

Admission fee : Free access.

Opening : All year round daily. Depending on the weather.

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