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Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi

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Statistics

Difficulty points 382
Length 4.3 km
Average gradient 8.6%
Steepest 100 metres 14.6%
Total ascent 372 m

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6 hairpin turns
#38 toughest climb of Bologna
#58 most elevation gain of Bologna
#81 longest climb of Bologna
#95 average steepest climb of Emilia-Romagna
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Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is a climb in the region Bologna. It is 4.3 km long and bridges 372 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 382. The top of the ascent is located at 1061 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Via Provinciale di Castel dell'Alpi, Via Ca' Borelli, Via della Rioletta, Via Fontanabura & .

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:37:04
11 km/h 00:23:35
15 km/h 00:17:18
19 km/h 00:13:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pian di Balestra can be cycled from 5 sides. Monte Caparozzolo from Rioveggio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Pian di Balestra via Via Ginestrella, Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi, Pian di Balestra from Pian del Voglio & Pian di Balestra from Via Degli Dei.

Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi 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!

Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is 4.3 km long.

The average gradient of Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is 8.6%.

Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.6%.

The summit of Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is at 1061 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:37:04 to climb Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi. At 11 km/h the time is 00:23:35, and at 15 km/h 00:17:18. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:39 is an achievable time.

Pian di Balestra from Castel dell'Alpi is located in the region Bologna in Italy.

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