Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina

Statistics

Difficulty points	795
Length	10.2 km
Average gradient	8.7%
Steepest 100 metres	13.7%
Total ascent	880 m

Difficulty points

795

Length

10.2 km

Average gradient

8.7%

Steepest 100 metres

13.7%

Total ascent

880 m

Short recap

Hidden gem

20 hairpin turns

#83 toughest climb of Sondrio

#78 most elevation gain of Sondrio

#74 longest climb of Sondrio

#84 average steepest climb of Sondrio

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Kelly

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Beautiful climb with incredible views. I really enjoyed it. The road surface is generally quite good and the descent can be very rapid.

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:27:11
11 km/h	00:55:29
15 km/h	00:40:41
19 km/h	00:32:07

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Frequently Asked Questions

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina 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!

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina is 10.2 km long.

The average gradient of Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina is 8.7%.

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.7%.

The summit of Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina is at 1421 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:27:11 to climb Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina. At 11 km/h the time is 00:55:29, and at 15 km/h 00:40:41. For the fastest cyclists, 00:32:07 is an achievable time.

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina is located in the region Sondrio in Italy.

Val Fontana from Ponte in Valtellina

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