Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart

Statistics

Difficulty points	480
Length	29 km
Average gradient	3.5%
Steepest 100 metres	10.7%
Total ascent	1008 m

Difficulty points

480

Length

29 km

Average gradient

3.5%

Steepest 100 metres

10.7%

Total ascent

1008 m

Short recap

Famous climb

Beautiful scenery

11 hairpin turns

#44 toughest climb of Africa

#23 most elevation gain of Africa

#17 longest climb of Africa

#58 average steepest climb of Morocco

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An epic climb in the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Initially it climbs at very moderate percentages. Once past Taddart, the climbs get firmer and the road starts winding delightfully. The views are phenomenal and the autumn colours in the green valley completed the experience.

Do keep an eye out for traffic and trucks as it is one of the major through roads in the Atlas, connecting Marrakesh to Ouarzazate.

The road surface is of fine quality and also doable for those still cycling on 23/25mm.

Climbing times

7 km/h	04:08:22
11 km/h	02:38:03
15 km/h	01:55:54
19 km/h	01:31:30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tizi n’Tichka can be cycled from 3 sides. Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Tizi n’Tichka from Agouim & Tizi n’Tichka from Telouet.

You don't need special gearing for Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart 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!

Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart is 29 km long.

The average gradient of Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart is 3.5%.

Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.7%.

The summit of Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart is at 2260 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 04:08:22 to climb Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart. At 11 km/h the time is 02:38:03, and at 15 km/h 01:55:54. For the fastest cyclists, 01:31:30 is an achievable time.

Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart is located in the region in Morocco.

Tizi n’Tichka from Zerkten via Taddart

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