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Ruppenpass from Altstätten

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Ruppenpass from Altstätten
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Elevation profile Ruppenpass from Altstätten

Statistics

Difficulty points 389
Length 8.5 km
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest 100 metres 11.3%
Total ascent 546 m

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5 hairpin turns
#33 toughest climb of Saint Gallen
#27 most elevation gain of Saint Gallen
#22 longest climb of Saint Gallen
#50 average steepest climb of Saint Gallen
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Ruppenpass from Altstätten is a climb in the region Saint Gallen. It is 8.5 km long and bridges 546 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 389. The top of the ascent is located at 1011 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: Trogenerstrasse & Ruppenhalde

4.0 by Ddarius
Very nice climb. During the whole climb it has a 5 until 9％ and it is a very good climb for begginers and the ones who are having trobles one the steep ones. The view is very nice and on the top it is absolutely wonderful. Also two restaurants for a coffee break or a small snack ... read more

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Very nice climb. During the whole climb it has a 5 until 9％ and it is a very good climb for begginers and the ones who are having trobles one the steep ones. The view is very nice and on the top it is absolutely wonderful. Also two restaurants for a coffee break or a small snack

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:12:39
11 km/h 00:46:13
15 km/h 00:33:54
19 km/h 00:26:45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ruppenpass can be cycled from 2 sides. Ruppenpass from Altstätten is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ruppenpass from Trogen.

Ruppenpass from Altstätten 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!

Ruppenpass from Altstätten 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!

Ruppenpass from Altstätten is 8.5 km long.

The average gradient of Ruppenpass from Altstätten is 6.4%.

Ruppenpass from Altstätten has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.3%.

The summit of Ruppenpass from Altstätten is at 1011 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:12:39 to climb Ruppenpass from Altstätten. At 11 km/h the time is 00:46:13, and at 15 km/h 00:33:54. For the fastest cyclists, 00:26:45 is an achievable time.

Ruppenpass from Altstätten is located in the region Saint Gallen in Switzerland.

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