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Alpe di Cava from Fontana

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Elevation profile Alpe di Cava from Fontana

Statistics

Difficulty points 899
Length 7.3 km
Average gradient 10.8%
Steepest 100 metres 18%
Total ascent 791 m

Short recap

16 hairpin turns
#28 toughest climb of Tessin
#41 most elevation gain of Tessin
#62 longest climb of Tessin
#80 average steepest climb of Swiss Alps
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Alpe di Cava from Fontana is a climb in the region Tessin. It is 7.3 km long and bridges 791 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 899. The top of the ascent is located at 2004 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:02:40
11 km/h 00:39:53
15 km/h 00:29:15
19 km/h 00:23:05

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alpe di Cava from Fontana 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!

Alpe di Cava from Fontana is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alpe di Cava from Fontana is 7.3 km long.

The average gradient of Alpe di Cava from Fontana is 10.8%.

Alpe di Cava from Fontana has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18%.

The summit of Alpe di Cava from Fontana is at 2004 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:02:40 to climb Alpe di Cava from Fontana. At 11 km/h the time is 00:39:53, and at 15 km/h 00:29:15. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:05 is an achievable time.

Alpe di Cava from Fontana is located in the region Tessin in Switzerland.

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