Saint Valentin auf der Halde / San Valentino alla Muta from Mals / Malles Venosta

The Ss40 rises 10.7km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 387m to 1,474m. The average gradient of 3.6% disguises ramps of 8.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 4 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy.