Monte Sole from Quercia

Monte Sole can be cycled from 2 sides. Monte Sole from Pian di Venola is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monte Sole from Quercia.

Monte Sole from Quercia 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!

Monte Sole from Quercia 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, Monte Sole from Quercia is not a problem.

Monte Sole from Quercia is 2.6 km long.

The average gradient of Monte Sole from Quercia is 8.2%.

Monte Sole from Quercia has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16%.

The summit of Monte Sole from Quercia is at 425 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:22:29 to climb Monte Sole from Quercia. At 11 km/h the time is 00:14:18, and at 15 km/h 00:10:29. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:17 is an achievable time.

Monte Sole from Quercia is located in the region Bologna in Italy.