Pailhères Pass – Climb Col de Pailhères loop from Fontanès-de-Sault

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Pailhères Pass – Climb Col de Pailhères loop from Fontanès-de-Sault

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Pailhères Pass – Climb Col de Pailhères loop from Fontanès-de-Sault

04:11

50.3km

1,660m

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: August 24, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve naturelle de la grotte du T.M. 71

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.07 km

Usson les Bains - Beginn Pailheres

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The climb to the Col de Pailheres begins in the last (almost deserted) village. It is closed in winter until April. I simply rode over it on my bike because …

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7.80 km

Rouze Village Stop

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The place is suitable as a last stop before the climb up the Col de Pailheres.
There is drinking water and at least a bar.
Unfortunately they didn't have a …

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11.6 km

Col de Jau Road Ascent

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In spring, between the ski and hiking seasons, there is absolutely nothing going on here. The roads are unused and in winter they are even closed until April and you …

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16.3 km

At the beginning of the hairpin bend, the weather was even better for me, later only fog.
Therefore, my photos are accordingly.
Narrow street, very good surface.
More information: quaeldich.de/paesse/col-de-pailheres

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20.9 km

Pailhères Pass

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The Col de Pailhères, or Port de Pailhères, is one of the emblematic passes of the Pyrenees and the Tour de France. Culminating at 2,001 meters above sea level, it …

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20.9 km

Climb Col de Pailhères

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Small road, little traffic. Just enjoy the nature and keep going. Remember to bring enough food and water. The climb is long but it's worth it!

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31.5 km

Nice start to the Pailhères

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Nice hint for the pass ascent at Mijanés
There is also the possibility to start in the Aude valley, but then with more meters in altitude.
More information: quaeldich.de/paesse/col-de-pailheres

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50.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.1 km

6.78 km

458 m

Surfaces

49.8 km