The Great Orme from Llandudno via Ty Gwyn Road
Wales, wales
1.9km 180m 9.7%
3Cat 3
The Great Orme from Llandudno via Ty Gwyn Road
Wales, wales
At just 1.9km, The Great Orme from Llandudno via Ty Gwyn Road is short but deceptively intense — 180m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. The average gradient of 9.7% disguises ramps of 21.6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 2 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Wales, Wales.
- Steeper maximum gradient than 95% of climbs in Wales.
- Steeper than 86% of climbs in Wales.
- The crux hits between km 0 and km 1 — 3km above 10% averaging 13.8%.
Distance
1.9km
Avg Gradient
9.7%
Max Gradient
21.6%
Elevation Gain
180m
Summit
196m
Wall Rating
4.8
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What things cost
Typical prices in Wales
£3.50
Coffee
£4.80
Beer
£13.00
Meal
£1.30
Water
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