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Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake

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Difficulty points 1111
Length 28.1 km
Average gradient 6.1%
Steepest 100 metres 10.5%
Total ascent 1711 m

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
27 hairpin turns
#51 toughest climb of Asia
#32 most elevation gain of Asia
#35 longest climb of Asia
#65 average steepest climb of Japan
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Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake is a climb in the region Japan. It is 28.1 km long and bridges 1711 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1111. The top of the ascent is located at 2716 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: 乗鞍岳線 & 荒田沢橋

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Climbing times

7 km/h 04:00:37
11 km/h 02:33:07
15 km/h 01:52:17
19 km/h 01:28:38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Norikura Tōge can be cycled from 2 sides. Norikura Tōge from Takayama is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake.

Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake 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!

Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake is 28.1 km long.

The average gradient of Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake is 6.1%.

Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.5%.

The summit of Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake is at 2716 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 04:00:37 to climb Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake. At 11 km/h the time is 02:33:07, and at 15 km/h 01:52:17. For the fastest cyclists, 01:28:38 is an achievable time.

Norikura Tōge from Azusa Lake is located in the region in Japan.

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