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Vesuvio from Ercolano

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Vesuvio from Ercolano
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Difficulty points 723
Length 10.8 km
Average gradient 7.8%
Steepest 100 metres 12.8%
Total ascent 838 m

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Famous climb
21 hairpin turns
#22 toughest climb of Campania
#23 most elevation gain of Campania
#36 longest climb of Campania
#28 average steepest climb of Campania
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Vesuvio from Ercolano is a climb in the region Naples. It is 10.8 km long and bridges 838 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 723. The top of the ascent is located at 996 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Via Ex Cook, Via San Vito, Contrada Osservatorio, SP114, Via Osservatorio & Piazzale di Quota 1000

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:32:08
11 km/h 00:58:38
15 km/h 00:43:00
19 km/h 00:33:56

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vesuvio from Ercolano 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!

Vesuvio from Ercolano 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.

Vesuvio from Ercolano is 10.8 km long.

The average gradient of Vesuvio from Ercolano is 7.8%.

Vesuvio from Ercolano has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.8%.

The summit of Vesuvio from Ercolano is at 996 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:32:08 to climb Vesuvio from Ercolano. At 11 km/h the time is 00:58:38, and at 15 km/h 00:43:00. For the fastest cyclists, 00:33:56 is an achievable time.

Vesuvio from Ercolano is located in the region Naples in Italy.

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