Skinakas Observatory from Mourtzana
Crete, greece
38.6km 1671m 4.3%
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Skinakas Observatory from Mourtzana
Crete, greece
Skinakas Observatory from Mourtzana covers 38.6km and 1,671m of climbing, reaching 1,734m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.3% disguises ramps of 10.4% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 18 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.
- The 4th climb in Greece by distance.
- The 1st climb in Crete by summit elevation.
- One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
- 18 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- At 1,734m, the summit is high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs.
Distance
38.6km
Avg Gradient
4.3%
Max Gradient
10.4%
Elevation Gain
1671m
Summit
1,734m
Wall Rating
6.5
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What things cost
Typical prices in Greece
€3.00
Coffee
€4.00
Beer
€10.00
Meal
€0.80
Water
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