Passo di Valcava from San Gottardo
Lombardy, italy
11.6km 933m 8%
1Cat 1 SP179
Passo di Valcava from San Gottardo
Lombardy, italy
The SP179 rises 11.6km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 933m to 1,339m. The average gradient of 8% disguises ramps of 18.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 20 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Lombardy, Italy.
- The crux hits between km 7 and km 9 — 13km above 10% averaging 12.0%.
- Harder than 93% of climbs in Italy.
- More vertical gain than 92% of climbs in Italy.
- The 20 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
11.6km
Avg Gradient
8%
Max Gradient
18.4%
Elevation Gain
933m
Summit
1,339m
Wall Rating
6.1
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€1.50
Coffee
€5.00
Beer
€12.00
Meal
€1.00
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