Question 1

How hard is Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig?

Accepted Answer

Classified as Category 5, Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

Question 2

How long is Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig?

Accepted Answer

Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig is 6.1km long with 175m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 37 minutes.

Question 3

Where does Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig start?

Accepted Answer

Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig begins in Wales, Wales. The starting coordinates are 53.0969°N, -3.9430°E.

Question 4

What is the steepest section of Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig?

Accepted Answer

The steepest 100-metre section of Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig hits 6.8%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 2.9%.

Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig

Llanberis Pass / Pen-y-Pass from Capel Curig

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