Hospice de France
Bagnères-de-Luchon, Occitanie, France
Hospice de France
Distance: 6.49 km
Elevation Gain: 519 m
Elevation Loss: 2 m
Difficulty:
530 (Moderate)
FIETS Index: 4.13 FIETS
Avg Grade: 7.98 %
Max cat climb: 2
Min elevation: 853 m
Max elevation: 1370 m
Ride Category:
Climb
The Hospice de France area is popular with cyclists, especially those seeking challenging climbs and scenic mountain routes. The main ascent to the Hospice de France is a classic Pyrenean climb known for its steep sections and stunning views, making it a favorite for both amateur and experienced cyclists. The road is well-paved, and it winds through forests and alpine meadows, offering a mix of shaded and open stretches. Once at the Hospice, cyclists can continue on gravel paths or off-road trails if they’re on a gravel or mountain bike, heading toward even higher elevations or into neighboring valleys. The entire area around Luchon is filled with options for road and mountain biking, including other legendary climbs like the Col de Peyresourde and Col de Portillon. It’s an ideal area for endurance training, climbing practice, and simply enjoying the Pyrenean landscape.
| Rank | Rider | Date | Time | Power | W/kg | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Silvano Turati | Mar 12, 2025 | 00:21:40 | 268 W | 5.47 w/kg | 17.97 km/h |
| 🥈 | Alan Gunner | Mar 07, 2025 | 00:24:06 | 312 W | 4.52 w/kg | 16.16 km/h |
| 🥉 | Tom Smeets | Feb 21, 2025 | 00:25:11 | 311 W | 4.26 w/kg | 15.46 km/h |
| 4 | Tristan Kramers | May 18, 2025 | 00:25:50 | 294 W | 4.08 w/kg | 15.07 km/h |
| 5 | Chris | Apr 15, 2025 | 00:26:01 | 304 W | 4.06 w/kg | 14.97 km/h |
| 6 | Jacob Stang | Mar 18, 2025 | 00:27:12 | 271 W | 3.87 w/kg | 14.32 km/h |
| 7 | Gunnar Tojren | Mar 13, 2025 | 00:27:30 | 292 W | 3.79 w/kg | 14.16 km/h |
| 8 | Юрий Ермолаев | Oct 10, 2025 | 00:28:09 | 269 W | 3.74 w/kg | 13.83 km/h |
| 9 | Volker Scheid | Mar 13, 2025 | 00:28:18 | 254 W | 3.74 w/kg | 13.76 km/h |
| 10 | Sebastian Meyer zu Selhausen | Mar 03, 2025 | 00:28:31 | 319 W | 3.63 w/kg | 13.65 km/h |
| 11 | Douglas Forer | Oct 24, 2025 | 00:28:32 | 308 W | 3.71 w/kg | 13.65 km/h |
| 12 | D Speelman | Mar 19, 2025 | 00:28:49 | 288 W | 3.69 w/kg | 13.51 km/h |
| 13 | TheNated0 | Mar 05, 2025 | 00:30:04 | 261 W | 3.48 w/kg | 12.95 km/h |
| 14 | Rainer Klee | Apr 26, 2025 | 00:30:14 | 284 W | 3.37 w/kg | 12.88 km/h |
| 15 | javier divar | Mar 06, 2025 | 00:30:55 | 176 W | 3.38 w/kg | 12.59 km/h |
| 16 | David Descamps | Mar 05, 2025 | 00:31:07 | 232 W | 3.41 w/kg | 12.51 km/h |
| 17 | Fabio Zanirato | Mar 12, 2025 | 00:31:24 | 192 W | 3.43 w/kg | 12.40 km/h |
| 18 | filip degryse | Mar 12, 2025 | 00:31:29 | 274 W | 3.26 w/kg | 12.37 km/h |
| 19 | Patrick Reinquin | Mar 05, 2025 | 00:32:01 | 246 W | 3.28 w/kg | 12.16 km/h |
| 20 | P. Wortelboer | Oct 31, 2025 | 00:32:44 | 272 W | 3.16 w/kg | 11.90 km/h |
| 21 | Jean-Pierre Santa-Maria | Mar 14, 2025 | 00:34:08 | 240 W | 3.00 w/kg | 11.41 km/h |
| 22 | Ralph Schumann | Mar 27, 2025 | 00:34:23 | 208 W | 3.10 w/kg | 11.32 km/h |
| 23 | Thomas Beich | Apr 16, 2025 | 00:34:52 | 225 W | 2.96 w/kg | 11.17 km/h |
| 24 | Sławek Bikeman | May 09, 2025 | 00:35:03 | 238 W | 3.01 w/kg | 11.11 km/h |
| 25 | Manfred Schwarz | Apr 01, 2025 | 00:35:13 | 201 W | 3.05 w/kg | 11.06 km/h |
| 26 | Fabrice Maisonneuve | Mar 14, 2025 | 00:35:42 | 215 W | 2.95 w/kg | 10.91 km/h |
| 27 | christian soulard | Sep 26, 2025 | 00:35:45 | 182 W | 2.94 w/kg | 10.89 km/h |
| 28 | Frederik Vanrietvelde | Mar 15, 2025 | 00:35:56 | 200 W | 2.86 w/kg | 10.84 km/h |
| 29 | Rene van Leeuwen | Dec 11, 2025 | 00:36:03 | 234 W | 2.82 w/kg | 10.80 km/h |
| 30 | AWG | Mar 23, 2025 | 00:36:04 | 206 W | 2.86 w/kg | 10.80 km/h |
| 31 | Rémy Jouanne | May 27, 2025 | 00:36:25 | 170 W | 2.93 w/kg | 10.69 km/h |
| 32 | Francis Chalmers | Mar 11, 2025 | 00:36:39 | 166 W | 2.96 w/kg | 10.62 km/h |
| 33 | Jan Theron | Mar 23, 2025 | 00:36:54 | 197 W | 2.81 w/kg | 10.55 km/h |
| 34 | J F | Mar 13, 2025 | 00:37:08 | 238 W | 2.70 w/kg | 10.49 km/h |
| 35 | JJosef Kluson | Mar 27, 2025 | 00:37:25 | 207 W | 2.76 w/kg | 10.41 km/h |
| 36 | Rik Lukey | Mar 05, 2025 | 00:37:29 | 193 W | 2.84 w/kg | 10.39 km/h |
| 37 | Elizabeth Benishin | Nov 16, 2025 | 00:37:43 | 155 W | 2.87 w/kg | 10.32 km/h |
| 38 | James Mungall | Mar 18, 2025 | 00:38:17 | 203 W | 2.71 w/kg | 10.17 km/h |
| 39 | Pawel Jaracz | Feb 15, 2026 | 00:38:25 | 214 W | 2.64 w/kg | 10.14 km/h |
| 40 | John Gaasbeek | Mar 12, 2025 | 00:38:31 | 236 W | 2.62 w/kg | 10.11 km/h |
| 41 | Przemysław Ceglarek | Apr 17, 2026 | 00:38:57 | 199 W | 2.65 w/kg | 10.00 km/h |
| 42 | Ian Clark | Mar 14, 2025 | 00:38:58 | 185 W | 2.72 w/kg | 9.99 km/h |
| 43 | Andrew Fawcett | Mar 07, 2025 | 00:39:48 | 225 W | 2.56 w/kg | 9.78 km/h |
| 44 | Ivan Bergman | Apr 10, 2025 | 00:40:00 | 223 W | 2.59 w/kg | 9.73 km/h |
| 45 | Mike 8008 | Mar 10, 2025 | 00:40:26 | 208 W | 2.51 w/kg | 9.63 km/h |
| 46 | James Spearman | Mar 04, 2025 | 00:40:39 | 201 W | 2.51 w/kg | 9.58 km/h |
| 47 | Hans Petiet | Aug 18, 2025 | 00:41:25 | 181 W | 2.45 w/kg | 9.40 km/h |
| 48 | Maurizio Gaudino | Mar 09, 2025 | 00:41:59 | 188 W | 2.41 w/kg | 9.27 km/h |
| 49 | Lucile CHAZAUX | Sep 07, 2025 | 00:42:37 | 175 W | 2.43 w/kg | 9.14 km/h |
| 50 | Phil Jones | Mar 03, 2025 | 00:42:59 | 176 W | 2.38 w/kg | 9.06 km/h |
| 51 | J Lee Wamble | Mar 15, 2025 | 00:43:01 | 178 W | 2.39 w/kg | 9.05 km/h |
| 52 | Daniel Kieneswenger | Mar 16, 2025 | 00:43:01 | 138 W | 2.60 w/kg | 9.05 km/h |
| 53 | Mark Rose | Jul 20, 2025 | 00:43:05 | 194 W | 2.34 w/kg | 9.04 km/h |
| 54 | Markus Geiger | Mar 12, 2025 | 00:43:14 | 183 W | 2.35 w/kg | 9.01 km/h |
| 55 | Wayne Smith | May 05, 2026 | 00:43:46 | 180 W | 2.33 w/kg | 8.90 km/h |
| 56 | Jos Carboex | Mar 25, 2025 | 00:44:15 | 173 W | 2.31 w/kg | 8.80 km/h |
| 57 | shurtha riftcrag | Mar 14, 2025 | 00:44:52 | 142 W | 2.30 w/kg | 8.68 km/h |
| 58 | Gernot Schwarz | Apr 01, 2025 | 00:45:11 | 164 W | 2.25 w/kg | 8.62 km/h |
| 59 | David Martínez Soto | Jul 21, 2025 | 00:47:05 | 147 W | 2.16 w/kg | 8.27 km/h |
| 60 | Frantxoa A | Nov 23, 2025 | 00:48:49 | 166 W | 2.16 w/kg | 7.98 km/h |
| 61 | Berne Nyberg | Mar 03, 2025 | 00:50:26 | 163 W | 1.99 w/kg | 7.72 km/h |
| 62 | Thierry DANNE | Apr 03, 2026 | 00:54:17 | 129 W | 1.90 w/kg | 7.17 km/h |
| 63 | W van Koetsveld | May 03, 2026 | 00:54:41 | 138 W | 1.84 w/kg | 7.12 km/h |
| 64 | Bret Wade | Dec 06, 2025 | 00:56:32 | 134 W | 1.79 w/kg | 6.89 km/h |
| 65 | Peter Delboeuf | May 26, 2025 | 01:16:52 | 109 W | 1.28 w/kg | 5.07 km/h |
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