Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi

Poggio Turchino can be cycled from 3 sides. Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Poggio Turchino from Poggio Tignoso & Poggio Turchino from Firenzuola.

Poggio Turchino 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!

Poggio Turchino 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!

Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi is 6.3 km long.

The average gradient of Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi is 7.2%.

Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.1%.

The summit of Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi is at 1131 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:53:37 to climb Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi. At 11 km/h the time is 00:34:07, and at 15 km/h 00:25:01. For the fastest cyclists, 00:19:45 is an achievable time.

Poggio Turchino from Castel dell'Alpi is located in the region Bologna in Italy.