Ludwigsturm from Darmstadt Marienhöhe

At just 1.8km, Ludwigsturm from Darmstadt Marienhöhe is short but deceptively intense — 90m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 5.1%, the road kicks to 8.8% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 1 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Hesse, Germany.