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France · Savoie / Hautes-Alpes

Col du Galibier

Altitude

2642m

Climb length

18.1km

Avg. gradient

6.9%

Max. gradient

12.1%

Bends

30

Difficulty

Weather

14°C

Route: From Valloire (north side)

Did you know?

One of the most-ridden cols in the Tour de France since 1911, and often the highest point of the route.

Unique feature

A short tunnel just below the summit and a breathtaking 360° view over the surrounding mountain ranges.

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