From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.
Winter season : according to the snow.
Distance : 21.7km
Duration : 1h25
Height difference : 920m
Max altitude : 1610m
Plateau des Saix itinerary
The climb to Samoëns 1600 is a must for all mountain bikers. From the village of Samoëns, this ascent takes you along a demanding and spectacular route to the Samoëns 1600 - Plateau des Saix resort.
Approximately 10 kilometers long and with a vertical drop of almost 800 meters, this climb features sustained gradients, often in excess of 8%, with steeper sections that will test your endurance and effort management. The road, winding and shaded at times, offers steady progress with no real respite - an ideal terrain for testing or surpassing yourself.
But the effort is richly rewarded: as the climb progresses, panoramic views open up over the surrounding peaks of the Giffre massif, against a backdrop of grandiose Alpine scenery. At the finish, the atmosphere of the resort and the unobstructed views invite you to savor the moment to the full.
Whether you're an amateur cyclist looking for a challenge, or a seasoned climber in search of a new playground, the climb to Samoëns 1600 promises an intense, authentic and memorable experience.

In cycling circles, the Joux-Plane pass is reputed as being one of the six most challenging passes in the French mountains, along with the Galibier, Izoard, Alpe d'Huez, Mont Ventoux and Tourmalet ascents.

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