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Sand from Bühl

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Elevation profile Sand from Bühl

Statistics

Difficulty points 546
Length 10.4 km
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest 100 metres 14.9%
Total ascent 668 m

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#64 toughest climb of Germany
#68 most elevation gain of Germany
#74 longest climb of Baden-Württemberg
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Sand from Bühl is a climb in the region Karlsruhe. It is 10.4 km long and bridges 668 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 546. The top of the ascent is located at 825 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Hauptstraße & Sandstraße

3.0 by Herve2023
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
Good climb on a wide road in very good condition, but fairly busy (as far as Bühlertal). The first 4 km are easy and can be used as a warm-up (3-4％). On leaving Bühlertal, the gradient steepens considerably: 9-10％ for more than 3km). The end is in forest with a steep section shortly before reaching Sand and the Schwartzwaldhochstrasse. Please note: the road between Bühlertal and Sand has been partially blocked for several months (2025). The Schwartzwaldhochstrasse can be reached by turn... read more

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Good climb on a wide road in very good condition, but fairly busy (as far as Bühlertal).
The first 4 km are easy and can be used as a warm-up (3-4％). On leaving Bühlertal, the gradient steepens considerably: 9-10％ for more than 3km). The end is in forest with a steep section shortly before reaching Sand and the Schwartzwaldhochstrasse.
Please note: the road between Bühlertal and Sand has been partially blocked for several months (2025). The Schwartzwaldhochstrasse can be reached by turning right just before leaving Bühlertal and heading towards Neusatzeck, then Unterstmatt (see my review of this section).

Bonne montée sur une route large et en très bon état, mais assez fréquentée (jusqu'à Bühlertal).
Les 4 premiers km sont faciles et peuvent servir d'échauffement (3-4％). A la sortie de Bühlertal, la pente se raidit nettement : 9-10％ pendant plus de 3km). La fin se déroule en forêt avec une section raide peu avant de rejoindre Sand et la Schwartzwaldhochstrasse.
Attention : la route entre Bühlertal et Sand est partiellement barrée depuis plusieurs mois (2025). Il est possible de rejoindre la Schwartzwaldhochstrasse en prenant à droite avant la sortie de Bühlertal et en rejoignant Neusatzeck, puis Unterstmatt (cf. mon commentaire pour cette section).

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:29:28
11 km/h 00:56:56
15 km/h 00:41:45
19 km/h 00:32:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sand can be cycled from 2 sides. Sand from Bühl is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Sand from Raumünzach.

Sand from Bühl 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!

Sand from Bühl 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!

Sand from Bühl is 10.4 km long.

The average gradient of Sand from Bühl is 6.4%.

Sand from Bühl has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.9%.

The summit of Sand from Bühl is at 825 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:29:28 to climb Sand from Bühl. At 11 km/h the time is 00:56:56, and at 15 km/h 00:41:45. For the fastest cyclists, 00:32:57 is an achievable time.

Sand from Bühl is located in the region Karlsruhe in Germany.

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