Torrentalp from Susten via Tschingere

Torrentalp from Susten via Tschingere covers 18.3km and 1,313m of climbing, reaching 1,939m at the summit. The average gradient of 7.2% disguises ramps of 16.8% — 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 1,939m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Valais, Switzerland.