Paris-Nice 2012
Stage 3
Vierzon → Lac de Vassivière
Stage Profile & Data
Stage 3 of the 2012 Paris-Nice, held on March 6, 2012, covered 194.0 km from Vierzon to Lac de Vassivière. Classified as a hilly stage finishing uphill, favoring puncheurs. The riders faced 2,105 meters of total elevation gain. The stage was completed at an average speed of 42.1 km/h. This was the 2nd longest stage of the edition at 194.0 km.
Vierzon → Lac de Vassivière
Stage 3 | Vierzon - Lac de Vassivière
Avg Speed
42.1 km/h
Elevation
2,105 m
Difficulty
67
Win Type
Large group sprint
Won How
Sprint of large group
Startlist Quality
1,079
Edition Difficulty Profile
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Stage 3 of the 2012 Paris-Nice?
Stage 3 covered 194.0 km from Vierzon to Lac de Vassivière. The total elevation gain was 2,105 meters.
What was the route of Stage 3 in the 2012 Paris-Nice?
Stage 3 ran from Vierzon to Lac de Vassivière, a distance of 194.0 km. It was classified as a hills uphill finish stage.
What was the average speed of Stage 3 in the 2012 Paris-Nice?
The average winning speed for Stage 3 was 42.1 km/h. The stage profile was classified as hills uphill finish.