Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra

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Difficulty points	614
Length	11.2 mi
Average gradient	4.7%
Steepest segment	15.4%
Total ascent	2772 ft

Difficulty points

614

Length

11.2 mi

Average gradient

4.7%

Steepest segment

15.4%

Total ascent

2772 ft

Short recap

9 hairpin turns

#38 toughest climb of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola

#84 most elevation gain of Piedmont

#43 longest climb of Piedmont

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Climbing times

5 mph	02:15:00
7 mph	01:35:34
9 mph	01:14:28
12 mph	00:55:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alpe Russi can be cycled from 2 sides. Alpe Russi from Villadossola is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra.

You don't need special gearing for Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra 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.

Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra is 11.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra is 4.7%.

Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.4%.

The summit of Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra is at 3576 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:15:00 to climb Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra. At 7 mph the time is 01:35:34, and at 9 mph 01:14:28. For the fastest cyclists, 00:55:57 is an achievable time.

Alpe Russi via Via Cimallegra is located in the region Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in Italy.

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