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Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla

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Elevation profile Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla

Statistics

Difficulty points 479
Length 8 km
Average gradient 6.2%
Steepest 100 metres 17.3%
Total ascent 497 m

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Beautiful scenery
#8 toughest climb of Siena
#14 most elevation gain of Siena
#28 longest climb of Siena
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Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is a climb in the region Siena. It is 8 km long and bridges 497 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 479. The top of the ascent is located at 574 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road names: Strada Provinciale di Castagnoli & Via Fiorentina

3.0 by MichalS93
De aanloop tot La Strolla is nagenoeg vlak of golvend. Het zwaardere werk start na de korte afdaling na Villarosa. Dan heel onregelmatig klimmen met hierdoor veel steile knikjes. Mooie uitzichten over de vallei.... read more

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The approach to La Strolla is almost flat or undulating. The harder work starts after the short descent after Villarosa. Then very irregular climbing with many steep kinks as a result. Beautiful views over the valley.

De aanloop tot La Strolla is nagenoeg vlak of golvend. Het zwaardere werk start na de korte afdaling na Villarosa. Dan heel onregelmatig klimmen met hierdoor veel steile knikjes. Mooie uitzichten over de vallei.

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla
Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla
Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla
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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:08:13
11 km/h 00:43:25
15 km/h 00:31:50
19 km/h 00:25:08

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Frequently Asked Questions

Castellina in Chianti can be cycled from 2 sides. Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Castellina in Chianti via Sant'Agnese.

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla 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!

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla 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!

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is 8 km long.

The average gradient of Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is 6.2%.

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.3%.

The summit of Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is at 574 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:08:13 to climb Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla. At 11 km/h the time is 00:43:25, and at 15 km/h 00:31:50. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:08 is an achievable time.

Castellina in Chianti from La Strolla is located in the region Siena in Italy.

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