Pailhères 2001m (east)

Eastern climb from Usson-les-Bains

Port de Pailhères is the giant climb of the French Oriental Pyrenees and is remarkable, not only for breaking the 2000m altitude, but also for its numerous perfect switchback on a narrow road that open up to grand open views toward the top. Pailhères is often featured in the Tour de France.

Climb data: ‍

Distance: 14.9 km (9.3 mi)
Elevation Gain: 1207 m (3,960 ft)
Avg: 8.1 % 

GPS: 42°44'01.1" N 1°59'33.3"E

Ride Port de Pailhères in these ultra bikepacking events:

The western climb starting from Ax-les-Thermes is featured in all 4 itineraries of the 3 Ultra Bike Pursuit Events:

• Tourmalet Pursuit (Adventure, and Hardcore loops)

• Ultimate Pyrenees Pursuit (Adventure, and Hardcore loops)

Ride Port de Pailhères on a Bikepacking Training and Initiation Tour with us: Bikepacking Training Camp

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Take a cycling tour to climb col de Pailhères with our partner VéloTopo.

VéloTopo designs unique custom cycling tours with exceptional itineraries and the best accommodation and cuisine in each valley. Visit www.velotopo.com for more information.

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