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Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel

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Elevation profile Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel

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Difficulty points 1462
Length 13.3 km
Average gradient 9.8%
Steepest 100 metres 19.6%
Total ascent 1300 m

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Hidden gem
16 hairpin turns
#77 toughest climb of Alps
#58 most elevation gain of Switzerland
#31 longest climb of Grisons
#30 average steepest climb of Grisons
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Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is a climb in the region Grisons. It is 13.3 km long and bridges 1300 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1462. The top of the ascent is located at 2148 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: 720.17 & 720.171

4.0 by Kevin
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
After the Albula & Julier tour, we started this climb from Tiefencastel. With about 100 km in the legs, this was not the best idea. The road to first Mon and then Stierva is beautiful, but already gives a taste of what is to come. From Stierva, you dive into the alpine meadows and solitude, and six to seven gruelling kilometres follow. Struggling is the least of it at this stage. The views in the direction of the summit get better and better and once at the top, the reward follows. A col sig... read more

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3 y 4.0 01:00:36 (13.2 km/h)
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After the Albula & Julier tour, we started this climb from Tiefencastel. With about 100 km in the legs, this was not the best idea. The road to first Mon and then Stierva is beautiful, but already gives a taste of what is to come. From Stierva, you dive into the alpine meadows and solitude, and six to seven gruelling kilometres follow. Struggling is the least of it at this stage. The views in the direction of the summit get better and better and once at the top, the reward follows. A col sign and a magnificent view.

Na het rondje Albula & Julier deze klim nog aangevat vanuit Tiefencastel. Met ongeveer 100km al in de benen was dit niet meteen het beste idee. De weg naar eerst Mon en daarna Stierva is prachtig, maar geeft wel al een voorproefje van wat je te wachten staat. Vanaf Stierva duik je de alpenweides en eenzaamheid in en volgen er zes à zeven loodzware kilometers. Afzien was zacht uitgedrukt in deze fase. De uitzichten richting de top worden alsmaar beter en eens boven volgt de beloning. Zowaar een colbordje en een magnifiek uitzicht.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:54:03
11 km/h 01:12:35
15 km/h 00:53:13
19 km/h 00:42:01

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is 13.3 km long.

The average gradient of Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is 9.8%.

Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.6%.

The summit of Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is at 2148 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:54:03 to climb Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel. At 11 km/h the time is 01:12:35, and at 15 km/h 00:53:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:42:01 is an achievable time.

Alp da Stierva from Tiefencastel is located in the region Grisons in Switzerland.

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