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Rigidalalp Engelberg from Grafenort

Nidwalden, switzerland

Rigidalalp Engelberg from Grafenort covers 18.8km and 1,200m of climbing, reaching 1,744m at the summit. The average gradient of 6.4% disguises ramps of 14.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 12 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,744m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Nidwalden, Switzerland.

  • Longer than 99% of climbs in Nidwalden.
  • More vertical gain than 99% of climbs in Nidwalden.
  • The crux hits between km 13 and km 14 — 6km above 10% averaging 11.5%.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • 12 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.

Rigidalalp Engelberg from Grafenort

Nidwalden, switzerland

18.8km 1200m 6.4%
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Distance

18.8km

Avg Gradient

6.4%

Max Gradient

14.7%

Elevation Gain

1200m

Summit

1,744m

Wall Rating

6.4

Conditions

Best time to ride: Spring to Autumn

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Temperature

Cold
7.4° Cool
9.3° Cool
12.2° Mild
15.5° Mild
21.7° Warm
22.5° Warm
22° Warm
19° Mild
15.3° Mild
8.7° Cool
Cool

Rainfall

125mm Moderate
98mm Moderate
108mm Moderate
135mm Wet
189mm Wet
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177mm Wet
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167mm Wet

Wind

7km/h Calm
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What things cost

Typical prices in Switzerland

CHF5.50

Coffee

CHF7.00

Beer

CHF25.00

Meal

CHF3.00

Water

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