Col du Lein from Etiez
Valais, switzerland
12.6km 925m 7.4%
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Col du Lein from Etiez
Valais, switzerland
Col du Lein from Etiez covers 12.6km and 925m of climbing, reaching 1,659m at the summit. Averaging 7.4%, the road kicks to 14.1% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. 15 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,659m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Valais, Switzerland.
- Longer than 91% of climbs in Switzerland.
- More vertical gain than 90% of climbs in Switzerland.
- The crux hits between km 10 and km 10 — 2km above 10% averaging 10.9%.
- 15 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
12.6km
Avg Gradient
7.4%
Max Gradient
14.1%
Elevation Gain
925m
Summit
1,659m
Wall Rating
5.6
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Beer
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