Urdele Pass from Novaci

Statistics

Difficulty points	1328
Length	27.3 km
Average gradient	6.2%
Steepest 100 metres	12.2%
Total ascent	1702 m

Difficulty points

1328

Length

27.3 km

Average gradient

6.2%

Steepest 100 metres

12.2%

Total ascent

1702 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

25 hairpin turns

#1 toughest climb of Carpathian Mountains

#2 most elevation gain of Carpathian Mountains

#10 longest climb of Carpathian Mountains

#16 average steepest climb of Romania

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Robert97

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Transalpina - "King's road".. the best way to do this route is from Novaci to Obârșia Lotrului. And yes, I can confirm that it is more difficult than the Transfăgărășan. 100％ worth visiting,

Climbing times

7 km/h	03:54:12
11 km/h	02:29:02
15 km/h	01:49:17
19 km/h	01:26:17

Road surface condition

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Traffic

45% 45% 9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Urdele Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Urdele Pass from Petroșani is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Urdele Pass from Novaci.

Urdele Pass from Novaci 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!

Urdele Pass from Novaci 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.

Urdele Pass from Novaci is 27.3 km long.

The average gradient of Urdele Pass from Novaci is 6.2%.

Urdele Pass from Novaci has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.2%.

The summit of Urdele Pass from Novaci is at 2119 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 03:54:12 to climb Urdele Pass from Novaci. At 11 km/h the time is 02:29:02, and at 15 km/h 01:49:17. For the fastest cyclists, 01:26:17 is an achievable time.

Urdele Pass from Novaci is located in the region in Romania.

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