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Martingy via Col des Montets and Col de la Forclaz
An advanced route taking you over two cols, the ride back can be punishing
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This is an 80km ride there and back with a long climb back from Martigny to Col de Forclaz.
It has an average gradient of 6.6%, maximum 9%, but a full 16km so allow a good five 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 | 5 hours |
| Gradient | 6.6% AV |
