Lago di Luzzone from Olivone

Lago di Luzzone from Olivone covers 11.2km and 814m of climbing, reaching 1,695m at the summit. The average gradient of 7.3% disguises ramps of 16.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 13 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,695m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Ticino, Switzerland.