How hard is Poggio Loro from Polcanto?

Classified as Category 5, Poggio Loro from Polcanto is a solid climb that will test your legs.

How long is Poggio Loro from Polcanto?

Poggio Loro from Polcanto is 1km long with 53m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 6 minutes.

Where does Poggio Loro from Polcanto start?

Poggio Loro from Polcanto starts on the Via in Tuscany, Italy. The starting coordinates are 43.8923°N, 11.3598°E.

What is the steepest section of Poggio Loro from Polcanto?

The steepest 100-metre section of Poggio Loro from Polcanto hits 15.7%. A brutal pitch that demands commitment and the right gearing. The average gradient across the full climb is 5.4%.

Cat 5 Via

Poggio Loro from Polcanto

Tuscany, italy

The Via rises 1km through gentle countryside, gaining 53m to 461m. The average gradient of 5.4% disguises ramps of 15.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Tuscany, Italy.

Steeper maximum gradient than 85% of climbs in Tuscany.
A false flat around km 0 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
A gentler outing by Italy standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.