Cat 4

Merlenbach

North Rhine-Westphalia, germany

At just 2.4km, Merlenbach is short but deceptively intense — 142m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 5.9%, the road kicks to 9.6% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. Located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

  • Higher summit than 97% of climbs in North Rhine-Westphalia.
  • Harder than 86% of climbs in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Merlenbach

North Rhine-Westphalia, germany

2.4km 142m 5.9%
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Distance

2.4km

Avg Gradient

5.9%

Max Gradient

9.6%

Elevation Gain

142m

Summit

630m

Wall Rating

3.1

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What things cost

Typical prices in Germany

€3.40

Coffee

€4.00

Beer

€12.00

Meal

€1.50

Water

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