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Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso

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Elevation profile Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso

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Difficulty points 235
Length 3.3 km
Average gradient 7.7%
Steepest 100 metres 14.4%
Total ascent 254 m

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5 hairpin turns
#100 toughest climb of Bergamo
#99 most elevation gain of Bergamo
#68 average steepest climb of Bergamo
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Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is a climb in the region Bergamo. It is 3.3 km long and bridges 254 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 235. The top of the ascent is located at 507 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

Road names: Via Don Pietro Tengattini, Via Dossale, Via Barzetti & Strada per San Giovanni delle Formiche

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
Classic climb in the area. Fun, with several changes in gradient. Little traffic but not perfect asphalt... read more

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Classic climb in the area. Fun, with several changes in gradient. Little traffic but not perfect asphalt

Salita classica nella zona. Divertente, con diversi cambi di pendenza. Poco traffico ma asfalto non perfetto

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso
Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso
Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso
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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:28:14
11 km/h 00:17:58
15 km/h 00:13:10
19 km/h 00:10:24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche can be cycled from 2 sides. Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Zandobbio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso.

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso 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 San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is not a problem.

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is 3.3 km long.

The average gradient of Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is 7.7%.

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.4%.

The summit of Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is at 507 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:28:14 to climb Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso. At 11 km/h the time is 00:17:58, and at 15 km/h 00:13:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:24 is an achievable time.

Valico San Giovanni delle Formiche from Foresto Sparso is located in the region Bergamo in Italy.

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