Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach

Ämpächli can be cycled from 2 sides. Ämpächli from Elm is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach.

Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach 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!

Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach 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!

Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach is 11.1%.

Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.5%.

The summit of Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach is at 4701 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:25:28 to climb Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach. At 7 mph the time is 00:18:02, and at 9 mph 00:14:03. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:33 is an achievable time.

Ämpächli via Elm - Oberer Laisbach is located in the region Glarus in Switzerland.