Col d'Aspin – Col d'Aspin West Approach loop from Payolle

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Col d'Aspin – Col d'Aspin West Approach loop from Payolle

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Col d'Aspin – Col d'Aspin West Approach loop from Payolle

02:20

23.3km

740m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc national des Pyrénées (Aire d'adhésion)

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1.35 km

Start of the Hourquette d'Ancizan Climb

Highlight • Climb

Here begins the official start of the climb to the Hourquette d'Ancizan, made in 2024 on the Tour de France. On the program, eight kilometers at an average of 5%.

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2.84 km

Hourquette - Aspin forest junction

Highlight (Segment) • Other

Superb rolling forest track, connecting the Col d'Aspin and the climb (or descent) of the Hourquette. Lots of streams, which makes the track wet in quite a few places, but doesn't take away from the pleasure.

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8.03 km

Col d'Aspin

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Culminating at 1,489 meters above sea level, the Col d'Aspin is a classic of the Tour de France. Its ascent from Arreau is magnificent. Via a few switchbacks, it winds …

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9.17 km

Col d'Aspin West Approach

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Pleasant and legendary climb used by the Tour de France

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10.1 km

Forest Trail Between Col de Beyrede and Col d'Aspin

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Magnificent rolling and gentle forest track connecting the well-hidden (but superb) Beyrède pass and the more famous Aspin pass. A must do!

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13.8 km

Col de Beyrède

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The Col de Beyrède peaks at 1,417 meters above sea level. Much less frequented than the Col d'Aspin, it offers incredible tranquility throughout the climb. I suggest you climb from …

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13.9 km