Côte de la Croix de Fays is a climb of 5.0 kilometers (category 3). Côte de la Croix de Fays tops out at 328 m above sea level. It is located in n/a, Liège, België / Belgique / Belgien. The average gradient is 4.0% with a maximum of 10.6%. The climb has 198 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Category 3 climb has an uneven profile. The main difficulty is concentrated between km 1.5 and 2.5, with two brutal sections at 8% and 9%. There's a notable breather between 3.5 and 4.5 km with a descent, before a final push at 5%.
Pacing tips:
1. Manage your pace: Don't go out too hard. Save something in the tank for the 9% wall around 2.0-2.5 km.
2. Make the most of the breather: The downhill section (KM 3.5-4.5) is key for recovering and setting yourself up for the final effort.
3. Prepare for the finish: The last half kilometre ramps back up to 5%. Ease back into your effort gradually after the descent.
5.0 km • 198 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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