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Klewenalp from Beckenried

Nidwalden, switzerland

Klewenalp from Beckenried is one of cycling's great tests — 10.8km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,107m from base to summit. Averaging 10.3%, the road kicks to 16.5% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. 10 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,596m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Nidwalden, Switzerland.

  • The crux hits between km 0 and km 3 — 14km above 10% averaging 13.6%.
  • Harder than 99% of climbs in Nidwalden.
  • More vertical gain than 95% of climbs in Switzerland.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • 10 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.

Klewenalp from Beckenried

Nidwalden, switzerland

10.8km 1107m 10.3%
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Distance

10.8km

Avg Gradient

10.3%

Max Gradient

16.5%

Elevation Gain

1107m

Summit

1,596m

Wall Rating

6.9

What things cost

Typical prices in Switzerland

CHF5.50

Coffee

CHF7.00

Beer

CHF25.00

Meal

CHF3.00

Water

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