Elbeuf
Town on the Seine south of Rouen, Normandy. See Normandy.
At a glance
| Source | Author | Role | In one line |
|---|---|---|---|
| VCMB Normandy 300k. | Mostly Bikes x Me | journey waypoint | The 17% climb out of town is the hardest part of a gentle 300 km brevet. |
VCMB Normandy 300k. — Mostly Bikes x Me (2026)
Source: Readwise highlight
Except that corker of a 17% grade coming out of Elbeuf, nothing too intense and a lot less riding in the dark.
- Role: journey waypoint
- In the article: On a 300 km brevet that starts at 5 a.m. with sunrise over the Seine, the rider singles out the steep climb leaving Elbeuf as the one hard stretch.
- Why it matters: Minor: a single memorable climb in a short ride report.