Skinakas Observatory from Gazi

Skinakas Observatory from Gazi covers 45.3km and 1,832m of climbing, reaching 1,734m at the summit. The average gradient of 4% disguises ramps of 10.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 15 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,734m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Crete, Greece.