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Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt

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Elevation profile Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt

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Difficulty points 506
Length 13.6 km
Average gradient 4.6%
Steepest 100 metres 11.9%
Total ascent 630 m

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Beautiful scenery
5 hairpin turns
#63 toughest climb of Bern
#45 most elevation gain of Bern
#11 longest climb of Bern
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Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt is a climb in the region Bern. It is 13.6 km long and bridges 630 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 506. The top of the ascent is located at 1608 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: 1205 & 230.1

3.0 by matteob81
The scenery along the climb, which is almost entirely through the forest, is similar to that of the route that climbs from Rüti. However, this climb is easier. Unfortunately, the pass is very popular with motorbikes and sports cars, so I would advise against cycling it at weekends during the summer.... read more

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The scenery along the climb, which is almost entirely through the forest, is similar to that of the route that climbs from Rüti. However, this climb is easier. Unfortunately, the pass is very popular with motorbikes and sports cars, so I would advise against cycling it at weekends during the summer.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:56:11
11 km/h 01:13:56
15 km/h 00:54:13
19 km/h 00:42:48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gurnigelpass can be cycled from 4 sides. Gurnigelpass from Rüti is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Gurnigelpass from Sangernboden, Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt & Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt via Ottenleue.

You don't need special gearing for Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt 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!

Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt is 13.6 km long.

The average gradient of Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt is 4.6%.

Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.9%.

The summit of Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt is at 1608 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:56:11 to climb Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt. At 11 km/h the time is 01:13:56, and at 15 km/h 00:54:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:42:48 is an achievable time.

Gurnigelpass from Riffenmatt is located in the region Bern in Switzerland.

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