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Alp Grindel from Grindelwald

Bern, switzerland

Alp Grindel from Grindelwald is one of cycling's great tests — 7.4km of sustained climbing, gaining 898m from base to summit. Averaging 12.1%, the road kicks to 24.2% at its steepest — a wall that demands respect. 10 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,952m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Bern, Switzerland.

  • The crux hits between km 2 and km 7 — 22km above 10% averaging 14.9%.
  • The 3rd climb in Bern by difficulty.
  • The 5th climb in Bern by steepest gradient.
  • More vertical gain than 92% of climbs in Bern.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.

Alp Grindel from Grindelwald

Bern, switzerland

7.4km 898m 12.1%
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Distance

7.4km

Avg Gradient

12.1%

Max Gradient

24.2%

Elevation Gain

898m

Summit

1,952m

Wall Rating

7.4

What things cost

Typical prices in Switzerland

CHF5.50

Coffee

CHF7.00

Beer

CHF25.00

Meal

CHF3.00

Water

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