Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio

Valico dei Solini can be cycled from 2 sides. Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Valico dei Solini from Ponte.

Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio 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!

Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio 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!

Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio is 8.1 km long.

The average gradient of Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio is 6.7%.

Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16%.

The summit of Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio is at 575 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:09:15 to climb Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio. At 11 km/h the time is 00:44:04, and at 15 km/h 00:32:19. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:30 is an achievable time.

Valico dei Solini from Pagliadiccio is located in the region Massa-Carrara in Italy.