Val Malvaglia from Malvaglia

The Via rises 18.4km through wooded valleys and open mountainside, gaining 1,336m to 1,669m. The average gradient of 7.2% disguises ramps of 16.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 16 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,669m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Ticino, Switzerland.