Ortanella from Varenna
Lombardy, italy
14.9km 774m 5.2%
2Cat 2
Ortanella from Varenna
Lombardy, italy
Ortanella from Varenna covers 14.9km and 774m of climbing, reaching 974m at the summit. Averaging 5.2%, the road kicks to 9.8% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 22 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Lombardy, Italy.
- Longer than 92% of climbs in Lombardy.
- More vertical gain than 87% of climbs in Italy.
- The 22 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.
- A false flat around km 8 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
14.9km
Avg Gradient
5.2%
Max Gradient
9.8%
Elevation Gain
774m
Summit
974m
Wall Rating
4.7
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Conditions
Best time to ride: Spring to Winter
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Temperature
6° Cool
8.9° Cool
10.1° Cool
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16.6° Mild
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23.4° Warm
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15.5° Mild
9.7° Cool
6.6° Cool
Rainfall
43mm Light
35mm Dry
61mm Light
140mm Wet
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144mm Wet
211mm Wet
145mm Wet
113mm Moderate
Wind
8km/h Calm
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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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