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Sustenpass from Amstëg

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Difficulty points 1224
Length 28.8 km
Average gradient 6%
Steepest 100 metres 10.4%
Total ascent 1731 m

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8 hairpin turns
#48 toughest climb of Switzerland
#98 most elevation gain of Europe
#75 longest climb of Alps
#17 average steepest climb of Uri
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Sustenpass from Amstëg is a climb in the region Uri. It is 28.8 km long and bridges 1731 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1224. The top of the ascent is located at 2257 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Gotthardstrasse, Pfaffensprung, Sustenstrasse & Depoorter-Tunnel

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Climbing times

7 km/h 04:06:59
11 km/h 02:37:10
15 km/h 01:55:15
19 km/h 01:30:59

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sustenpass can be cycled from 3 sides. Sustenpass from Innertkirchen is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Sustenpass from Wassen & Sustenpass from Amstëg.

Sustenpass from Amstëg 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!

Sustenpass from Amstëg 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.

Sustenpass from Amstëg is 28.8 km long.

The average gradient of Sustenpass from Amstëg is 6%.

Sustenpass from Amstëg has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.4%.

The summit of Sustenpass from Amstëg is at 2257 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 04:06:59 to climb Sustenpass from Amstëg. At 11 km/h the time is 02:37:10, and at 15 km/h 01:55:15. For the fastest cyclists, 01:30:59 is an achievable time.

Sustenpass from Amstëg is located in the region Uri in Switzerland.

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