Côte de Saint-Roch: Cycling Climb

The climb · Belgium

About Côte de Saint-Roch

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Saint-Roch rises through Houffalize on Rue Saint-Roch, climbing southwards from the town towards the higher ground above it. The setting stays close to the houses, and the road's upward line is apparent before much distance has passed. This selected section is around 820 metres long, slightly shorter than the usual complete description of the ascent.

Its character comes from the steep stretches and the limited relief between them. A small easing of the road does not turn it into a comfortable recovery, because another uphill section follows before the climb finally softens higher up. The changing gradient makes the short distance feel more involved than a single straight ramp. It is a compact town climb, with the effort concentrated on the road itself rather than spread across a long approach. Saint-Roch gives Houffalize a sharp, unmistakable exit.

01 / The ascent

Elevation profile

Start 381 m · Summit 454 m

Gradient by distance0.82 km / 92 m gain

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02 / The numbers

Climb statistics

Distance: 0.82 km
Elevation gain: 92 m
Average gradient: 8.7%
Climb category: Uncategorized
Start elevation: 381 m
Summit elevation: 454 m

Current weather

At the climb start

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Weather data: MET Norway

03 / Your effort

How long would it take?

Enter the power you could hold for the whole climb. We calculate a moving time from the elevation profile and the forces you ride against.

Sustained power

W/kg

Use your intended climbing effort, rather than FTP unless you can hold it for the predicted duration.

Rider weight (kg)

Bike + kit weight (kg)

Bike + kit includes clothing, bottles and luggage.

Advanced settings

Defaults represent a road-bike scenario. Adjust these settings to match your tyres, drivetrain and riding position.

Effective drag area (CdA) (m²)

Rolling resistance (Crr)

Drivetrain efficiency (%)

Modelled moving time

6 min

Power throughout: 225 W
Average speed: 8.9 km/h

Based on the 0.82 km elevation profile. Assumes steady power, with no stops, braking or drafting. Rounded to the nearest minute.

The science behind the calculation

For each part of the stored profile, we solve the steady-state cycling power equation for speed, then add distance ÷ speed across the climb. Gravity uses rider + equipment weight; available power is W/kg × rider weight. This uses the profile’s distance and elevation together, without mixing in another route’s metrics.

Power × efficiency = gravity + rolling resistance + air resistance + bearing losses

The resistance equations are adapted from Martin et al. (1998), Validation of a Mathematical Model for Road Cycling Power. Air density changes with profile altitude using NASA’s standard-atmosphere model. This calculator’s adaptation has not been independently validated.

It predicts travel at the power you enter, including on descents. It does not model acceleration, cornering, braking, traffic, wind, changing weather or fatigue. At altitude, choose power you can sustain there: thinner air reduces drag, but this model does not predict its effect on your ability to produce power. Profile quality and assumed equipment settings also affect the result.

04 / On the ground