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Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis

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Elevation profile Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis

Statistics

Difficulty points 198
Length 1.1 km
Average gradient 11.8%
Steepest 100 metres 21.1%
Total ascent 133 m

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#26 toughest climb of Gwynedd
#62 most elevation gain of Gwynedd
#55 longest climb of Snowdonia
#36 average steepest climb of Wales
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Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is a climb in the region Snowdonia. It is 1.1 km long and bridges 133 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 11.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 198. The top of the ascent is located at 246 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Rhes Fictoria / Victoria Terrace

3.0 by hillonearth
If you are in the area, this fairly short but pretty steep climb is definitely worth doing. Limited access for cars, but you will see plenty of walkers coming on and off mount Snowdon via this good tarmac road, especially on the steepest sections. Do not be surprised if you see some walkers coming down backwards to make it easier on aching leg! Eventually the hardest is done and at the mountain railway bridge a gate bars the way. Beyond it a rougher tarmac road continues a bit higher, but scary... read more

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If you are in the area, this fairly short but pretty steep climb is definitely worth doing. Limited access for cars, but you will see plenty of walkers coming on and off mount Snowdon via this good tarmac road, especially on the steepest sections. Do not be surprised if you see some walkers coming down backwards to make it easier on aching leg! Eventually the hardest is done and at the mountain railway bridge a gate bars the way. Beyond it a rougher tarmac road continues a bit higher, but scary-looking horned cattle stopped me!

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:09:41
11 km/h 00:06:09
15 km/h 00:04:31
19 km/h 00:03:34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis 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!

Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis 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, Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is not a problem.

Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is 1.1 km long.

The average gradient of Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is 11.8%.

Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 21.1%.

The summit of Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is at 246 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:09:41 to climb Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis. At 11 km/h the time is 00:06:09, and at 15 km/h 00:04:31. For the fastest cyclists, 00:03:34 is an achievable time.

Cwm Ddu Arddu from Llanberis is located in the region Gwynedd in Wales.

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