Carnale from Sondrio

Statistics

Difficulty points	980
Length	9.9 km
Average gradient	9.4%
Steepest 100 metres	21.4%
Total ascent	936 m

Difficulty points

980

Length

9.9 km

Average gradient

9.4%

Steepest 100 metres

21.4%

Total ascent

936 m

Short recap

Hidden gem

26 hairpin turns

#92 toughest climb of Lombardy

#70 most elevation gain of Sondrio

#77 longest climb of Sondrio

#62 average steepest climb of Sondrio

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Kelly

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The north side of the valley is best ridden in the cooler months due to all the sun it receives. I enjoy riding around the Carnale loop but I prefer to ascend on the road to Scessa.

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:25:15
11 km/h	00:54:15
15 km/h	00:39:47
19 km/h	00:31:24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Carnale from Sondrio 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!

Carnale from Sondrio 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.

Carnale from Sondrio is 9.9 km long.

The average gradient of Carnale from Sondrio is 9.4%.

Carnale from Sondrio has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 21.4%.

The summit of Carnale from Sondrio is at 1240 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:25:15 to climb Carnale from Sondrio. At 11 km/h the time is 00:54:15, and at 15 km/h 00:39:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:31:24 is an achievable time.

Carnale from Sondrio is located in the region Sondrio in Italy.

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