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Oropa via Favaro

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Difficulty points 635
Length 11.4 km
Average gradient 6.7%
Steepest 100 metres 13%
Total ascent 768 m

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#9 toughest climb of Biella
#8 most elevation gain of Biella
#8 longest climb of Biella
#15 average steepest climb of Biella
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Oropa via Favaro is a climb in the region Biella. It is 11.4 km long and bridges 768 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 635. The top of the ascent is located at 1207 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Via Eriberto Ramella Germanin, Strada della Nera, Via Filippo Juvarra, Via Santuario di Oropa & Strada alla Teleferica

5.0 by Salamella_Boy
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
An authentic "Classic" of Italian cycling, the only side tackled by the Giro d'Italia and the scene of Pantani's historic comeback. The climb, while not to be underestimated, is less demanding than it appears, although the stretch around Favaro is undoubtedly challenging... read more

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian. Show original

An authentic "Classic" of Italian cycling, the only side tackled by the Giro d'Italia and the scene of Pantani's historic comeback.
The climb, while not to be underestimated, is less demanding than it appears, although the stretch around Favaro is undoubtedly challenging

Un'autentica "Classica" del ciclismo italiano, unico versante affrontato dal Giro d'Italia e teatro della storica rimonta di Pantani.
La salita, pur non essendo da sottovalutare, è meno impegnativa di quello che sembra anche se il tratto di salita intorno a Favaro è senza dubbio sfidante

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:37:40
11 km/h 01:02:09
15 km/h 00:45:34
19 km/h 00:35:59

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oropa can be cycled from 3 sides. Oropa via Via Pietro Arduzzi is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Oropa via Favaro & Oropa via Via Santuario d'Oropa.

Oropa via Favaro 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!

Oropa via Favaro 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.

Oropa via Favaro is 11.4 km long.

The average gradient of Oropa via Favaro is 6.7%.

Oropa via Favaro has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13%.

The summit of Oropa via Favaro is at 1207 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:37:40 to climb Oropa via Favaro. At 11 km/h the time is 01:02:09, and at 15 km/h 00:45:34. For the fastest cyclists, 00:35:59 is an achievable time.

Oropa via Favaro is located in the region Biella in Italy.

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