Cat 3

Devil's Staircase from Abergwesyn

Wales, wales

At just 1.5km, Devil's Staircase from Abergwesyn is short but deceptively intense — 155m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 10.2%, the road kicks to 18.3% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. The 2 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Wales, Wales.

  • Higher summit than 94% of climbs in Wales.
  • Steeper than 89% of climbs in Wales.
  • The crux hits between km 0 and km 1 — 4km above 10% averaging 14.6%.

Devil's Staircase from Abergwesyn

Wales, wales

1.5km 155m 10.2%
3

Distance

1.5km

Avg Gradient

10.2%

Max Gradient

18.3%

Elevation Gain

155m

Summit

482m

Wall Rating

4.6

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What things cost

Typical prices in Wales

£3.50

Coffee

£4.80

Beer

£13.00

Meal

£1.30

Water

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