Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni

Statistics

Difficulty points	515
Length	8.9 km
Average gradient	6.1%
Steepest 100 metres	16.5%
Total ascent	548 m

Difficulty points

515

Length

8.9 km

Average gradient

6.1%

Steepest 100 metres

16.5%

Total ascent

548 m

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

9 hairpin turns

#14 toughest climb of Arezzo

#28 most elevation gain of Arezzo

#35 longest climb of Arezzo

#36 average steepest climb of Arezzo

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Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni

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With the right gear ratios, it's easy, despite the steep 2 km in the middle of the slope.
That's when you find a few hairpin bends that do you good.

A quiet, pleasant little road

Climbing times

7 km/h	01:16:34
11 km/h	00:48:43
15 km/h	00:35:43
19 km/h	00:28:12

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Frequently Asked Questions

Valico del Morellino can be cycled from 3 sides. Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Valico del Morellino from Radda in Chianti & Valico del Morellino from Figline Valdarno.

Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni 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 del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni 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 del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni is 8.9 km long.

The average gradient of Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni is 6.1%.

Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.5%.

The summit of Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni is at 749 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:16:34 to climb Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni. At 11 km/h the time is 00:48:43, and at 15 km/h 00:35:43. For the fastest cyclists, 00:28:12 is an achievable time.

Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni is located in the region Arezzo in Italy.

Valico del Morellino from Castelnuovo dei Sabbioni

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