Portella dell'Obolo from Marina di Caronia
Sicily, italy
27.2km 1500m 5.5%
HCHC SP168
Portella dell'Obolo from Marina di Caronia
Sicily, italy
The SP168 rises 27.2km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 1,500m to 1,523m. Averaging 5.5%, the road kicks to 9.3% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 28 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. The road reaches 1,523m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Sicily, Italy.
- The 6th climb in Sicily by elevation gain.
- The 7th climb in Sicily by distance.
- Higher summit than 92% of climbs in Italy.
- One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
- The 28 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.
Distance
27.2km
Avg Gradient
5.5%
Max Gradient
9.3%
Elevation Gain
1500m
Summit
1,523m
Wall Rating
6.3
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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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