Faschingalm from Lienz

Faschingalm from Lienz is one of cycling's great tests — 9.2km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,002m from base to summit. The average gradient of 10.9% disguises ramps of 24% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 18 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,677m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Tyrol, Austria.