Hard (7/10)

Mont-Mégantic

Distance5.5 km
Elevation Gain500 m
Avg Gradient9%
Max Gradient18%
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Complete Mont-Mégantic in Climb Quest to scratch off your trophy card and add it to your collection. Finish in the top 10% (after 10+ attempts) to earn a Gold card. Beat the record for a shot at the Legendary Holographic.

🌎 Part of: Americas Mix
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Elevation Profile

≤ 1% Flat
1-3% Easy
3-7% Moderate
6–8% Challenging
8–10% Steep
10-14% Very Steep
> 14% Extreme

About this climb

Mont-Mégantic is a hard cycling climb located in Canada. The climb covers 5.5 km with a total elevation gain of 500 m.

With an average gradient of 9% and a maximum gradient of 18%, Mont-Mégantic is one of the signature climbs in the Climb Quest library. Ride it on your smart trainer with full automatic resistance control — exactly replicating each kilometre's gradient.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to ride Mont-Mégantic?+

At an average cycling pace, Mont-Mégantic takes between 24 and 33 minutes to complete. The 5.5km climb with its 9% average gradient means riders with a higher FTP can push the pace significantly. In Climb Quest, your actual time depends on your real power output.

What FTP do I need to climb Mont-Mégantic?+

A moderate FTP of around 191W (watts) is a reasonable starting point for Mont-Mégantic. However, the climb has sections reaching 18% gradient, so a higher FTP will make those sections much more manageable. Beginners can still attempt it — just at a slower pace.

What are the hardest sections of Mont-Mégantic?+

The maximum gradient on Mont-Mégantic reaches 18%, which is significantly steeper than the 9% average. These sections require the most power and are where riders typically need to shift to their easiest gears. Climb Quest shows the full gradient profile so you can plan where to conserve energy.

Can I ride Mont-Mégantic on a smart trainer?+

Yes — Mont-Mégantic is available in Climb Quest for any FTMS-compatible smart trainer (Wahoo KICKR, Tacx NEO, Elite Suito, and more). The app automatically adjusts resistance to match the real-world gradient at every point of the 5.5km climb, giving you an authentic simulation of riding outdoors in Canada.

Does completing Mont-Mégantic earn a scratch card trophy?+

Yes — every time you finish Mont-Mégantic in Climb Quest, you earn a scratch card trophy for this climb. Rub the card to reveal your rarity tier: Standard, Bronze (top 50%), Silver (top 25%), Gold (top 10% after 10+ attempts), or the ultra-rare Legendary Holographic (beat the climb record or reach the top 1% after 100+ attempts). Your card is added to your personal Trophy Cabinet.

Is Mont-Mégantic part of a collection in Climb Quest?+

Mont-Mégantic is part of the Climb Quest world climb library, and is featured in the Americas Mix collection . Complete all climbs in a collection to earn that collection's badge. Build your Trophy Cabinet and prove you conquered some of the world's greatest climbs.

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