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Colle Ruggio from Rotonda

Basilicate, italy

Colle Ruggio from Rotonda is one of cycling's great tests — 11.8km of sustained climbing, gaining 996m from base to summit. Averaging 8.5%, the road kicks to 14.5% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. The 23 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. The road reaches 1,614m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Basilicate, Italy.

  • The crux hits between km 5 and km 6 — 9km above 10% averaging 11.7%.
  • The 1st climb in Basilicate by difficulty.
  • The 1st climb in Basilicate by summit elevation.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • The 23 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.

Colle Ruggio from Rotonda

Basilicate, italy

11.8km 996m 8.5%
HC

Distance

11.8km

Avg Gradient

8.5%

Max Gradient

14.5%

Elevation Gain

996m

Summit

1,614m

Wall Rating

6.1

What things cost

Typical prices in Italy

€1.50

Coffee

€5.00

Beer

€12.00

Meal

€1.00

Water

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