Le col de Méhatché

Espelette
  • Starting point : Espelette
  • Total distance : 16,6 km
  • Elevation : 800 m
  • Velo hybrid : Hard
  • Bike / road : Hard

Let's say it without detours, the Méhatché pass is certainly one of the most difficult Pyrenean passes to climb by bike, if not one of the most difficult in France. Very often, the slope is in the range of 15 to 20% (certainly in a grandiose setting), too steep for the classic gear ratios of road bikes (a mountain bike will be better suited).
Approached by the very short but formidable (...)

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Last update : 19/06/2025 à 05:48:09

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