Lago Ritom from Piotta

Lago Ritom can be cycled from 3 sides. Lago Ritom from Piotta is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Lago Ritom from Quinto & Lago Ritom from Airolo.

Lago Ritom from Piotta 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!

Lago Ritom from Piotta is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Lago Ritom from Piotta is 10.2 km long.

The average gradient of Lago Ritom from Piotta is 8.2%.

Lago Ritom from Piotta has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.5%.

The summit of Lago Ritom from Piotta is at 1857 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:27:46 to climb Lago Ritom from Piotta. At 11 km/h the time is 00:55:51, and at 15 km/h 00:40:57. For the fastest cyclists, 00:32:20 is an achievable time.

Lago Ritom from Piotta is located in the region Tessin in Switzerland.