Marie-Blanque Pass – Pourtalet Pass loop from Col du Pourtalet

Marie-Blanque Pass – Pourtalet Pass loop from Col du Pourtalet

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Marie-Blanque Pass – Pourtalet Pass loop from Col du Pourtalet

10:15

190km

3,660m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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27.5 km

Church of San Salvador of Biescas

Highlight • Religious Site

This pretty Pyrenean town is located in an old glacial valley and stretches out on both sides of the Gállego River, thus giving rise to two distinct neighbourhoods: El Salvador …

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91.5 km

Somport Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Col de Somport is on the border between France and Spain at 1,632 meters above sea level. It has the particularity of being above the tunnel of the same …

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108 km

Fortin du Poutou

Ruins

121 km

Cours du Gave d'Aspe

Lake

132 km

Ascent of Col de Marie-Blanque from Escot

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

The Col de Marie-Blanque is a classic of the Tour de France. From Escot, the nine-kilometer climb begins gently before becoming steeper over the last four kilometers, with an average gradient of 7.6%.

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141 km

Marie-Blanque Pass

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The Col de Marie-Blanque is an emblematic passage of the Tour de France which peaks at 1,035 meters above sea level. Its ascent from Louvie-Juzon is 15 kilometers long for …

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147 km

Plateau du Bénou

Highlight • Viewpoint

Provides welcome respite between two steep sections up to Marie Blanque. If descending, enjoy the magnificent views but be alert to wandering livestock and people.

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147 km

Col du Porteigt

Mountain Pass

161 km

Laruns

Highlight • Settlement

Laruns is a must-visit village for the Tour de France and cycling enthusiasts. This magnificent mountain village nestled in the heart of the Ossau valley features numerous shops, restaurants, and …

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178 km

Lac de Fabrèges

Lake

181 km

Beautiful pass to the Gave du Brousset

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The Gave de Brousset has incredible views, especially if you come on a clear day. If you hike it, you'll enjoy the Artouste river and dam as well as the …

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189 km

Pourtalet Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

29 km of climbing from Laruns but acceptable gradients for cycling. The pass, in addition to a superb view on the French side, is a place of Spanish commerce with shops and restaurants.

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