Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko

Canal Olympia can be cycled from 2 sides. Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Canal Olympia from Butamwa.

Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko 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!

Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is 5 km long.

The average gradient of Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is 7%.

Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.1%.

The summit of Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is at 1770 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:43:11 to climb Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko. At 11 km/h the time is 00:27:29, and at 15 km/h 00:20:09. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:54 is an achievable time.

Canal Olympia from Kwa Mironko is located in the region in Rwanda.