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Buchenegg from Albisstrasse

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Elevation profile Buchenegg from Albisstrasse

Statistics

Difficulty points 238
Length 3.1 km
Average gradient 8.2%
Steepest 100 metres 15.7%
Total ascent 252 m

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3 hairpin turns
#16 toughest climb of Zürich
#14 most elevation gain of Zürich
#23 longest climb of Zürich
#25 average steepest climb of Zürich
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Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is a climb in the region Zürich. It is 3.1 km long and bridges 252 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 238. The top of the ascent is located at 786 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road name: Bucheneggstrasse

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Large wide lane among tall trees. Views of Zurich and Zurisee. Reasonably quiet.... read more

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

Large wide lane among tall trees. Views of Zurich and Zurisee. Reasonably quiet.

Grote brede baan tussen de hoge bomen. Uitzicht op Zurich en Zurisee. Redelijk rustig.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:26:26
11 km/h 00:16:49
15 km/h 00:12:20
19 km/h 00:09:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Buchenegg can be cycled from 2 sides. Buchenegg from Reppischtalstrasse is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Buchenegg from Albisstrasse.

Buchenegg from Albisstrasse 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!

Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is not a problem.

Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is 3.1 km long.

The average gradient of Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is 8.2%.

Buchenegg from Albisstrasse has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.7%.

The summit of Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is at 786 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:26:26 to climb Buchenegg from Albisstrasse. At 11 km/h the time is 00:16:49, and at 15 km/h 00:12:20. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:44 is an achievable time.

Buchenegg from Albisstrasse is located in the region Zürich in Switzerland.

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