Vesuvio from Ercolano
Campania, italy
10.8km 838m 7.8%
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Vesuvio from Ercolano
Campania, italy
Vesuvio from Ercolano covers 10.8km and 838m of climbing, reaching 996m at the summit. Averaging 7.8%, the road kicks to 12.8% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. The 21 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Campania, Italy.
- Harder than 89% of climbs in Italy.
- More vertical gain than 89% of climbs in Italy.
- The crux hits between km 2 and km 2 — 2km above 10% averaging 10.6%.
- The 21 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
10.8km
Avg Gradient
7.8%
Max Gradient
12.8%
Elevation Gain
838m
Summit
996m
Wall Rating
5.4
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€1.50
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€5.00
Beer
€12.00
Meal
€1.00
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