Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo

Via per Sermezzana can be cycled from 3 sides. Passo dei Carpinelli from Piazza al Serchio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Passo dei Carpinelli from Gragnola & Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo.

Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo 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!

Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo 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!

Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo is 5.3 km long.

The average gradient of Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo is 9%.

Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.8%.

The summit of Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo is at 835 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:45:26 to climb Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo. At 11 km/h the time is 00:28:55, and at 15 km/h 00:21:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:16:44 is an achievable time.

Via per Sermezzana from Pieve San Lorenzo is located in the region Lucca in Italy.