Val Pelouse
By Will • Oct 15th, 2008 • Category: Climbs, Cycling
A lessor known but very challenging climb south of Chambery.
It reminded me a lot of it’s neighbour Collet d’Allevard - but harder. Relentless and very steep, on a mediocre quality but deserted road, through the woods and then above the treeline with great views.
At the top is a parking lot and absolutely nothing else. Not even a sign! But nearby are some pretty huge mountains and the hiking above looks amazing.
There are a few really big holes and bad stretches in the road. It’s worth paying attention on the way up, to avoid disaster on the way down.
Below: No sign at the top (1728 metres)! I considered spelling VAL PELOUSE with pebbles. Very sad.
Related Posts
Will is Happiest while cycling uphill. More enthusiastic than talented, his 2008 Challenge is to (again) cycle 160,000 metres of vertical ascent.
Email this author | All posts by Will
Subscribe to Cycling Challenge
What? All that effort and no col sign? The state of the world, it is to weep.
10.5% gradient sections - ouch. The switchback on the photo looks painful. How would I love to conquer this one. Sign or not! It’s worth it just for the views I would reckon!