Mendel Pass / Passo Mendola from Kaltern / Caldaro
Trentino-Alto Adige, italy
14.8km 960m 6.5%
1Cat 1 SS42
Mendel Pass / Passo Mendola from Kaltern / Caldaro
Trentino-Alto Adige, italy
The SS42 rises 14.8km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 960m to 1,366m. The average gradient of 6.5% disguises ramps of 15.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 27 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy.
- More vertical gain than 92% of climbs in Italy.
- Longer than 91% of climbs in Italy.
- The 27 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
- A false flat around km 11 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
14.8km
Avg Gradient
6.5%
Max Gradient
15.7%
Elevation Gain
960m
Summit
1,366m
Wall Rating
5.7
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What things cost
Typical prices in Italy
€1.50
Coffee
€5.00
Beer
€12.00
Meal
€1.00
Water
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