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Martingy, via Col des Montets & Col de la Forclaz

An advanced route taking you over 2 Col's, the ride back can be punishing

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This is an 80k ride there and back with a long climb back from Martigny to Col de Forclaz.

It has (average 6.6%, maximum 9% but a full 16km) so allow a good 5 hours, especially if you are tempted to indulge in a beer and a snack in Martigny. The climb out of Switzerland can often be in full sun with heat radiating off the retaining walls so carry plenty of water.

The route couldn’t be more simple – out of Chamonix over the Col des Montets towards Switzerland. Keep on the main road over the Col de Forclaz and down to Martigny.

Distance : 80km
Time : 5hrs
Gradient : 6.6% AV

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