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Bealach na Ba from Applecross

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3 reviews | Elevation profile | 10 photos
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Elevation profile Bealach na Ba from Applecross

Statistics

Difficulty points 541
Length 5.3 mi
Average gradient 7.2%
Steepest segment 15.3%
Total ascent 2014 ft

Short recap

Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
3 hairpin turns
#2 toughest climb of Scotland
#2 most elevation gain of Scotland
#21 longest climb of Scotland
#60 average steepest climb of Scotland
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Bealach na Ba from Applecross is a climb in the region Highland. It is 5.3 mi long and bridges 2014 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 541. The top of the ascent is located at 2054 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 10 photos.

Road name: Shorestreet

4.0 by MundoTraveller
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
A recommended climb. I started in Applecross (twice because I set off in the wrong direction first time -there are no signs saying ‘this way’). From there the climb is marginally easier than from Tornapress. I started before 07.00 to avoid the traffic (3rd June= campervan season), consequently it was very light. It was dry and 9c at the start, the top was covered in cloud and 6c, I did not dally, after a cup of tea I headed down the switchbacks. Super new road surface a lot of the way, smoot... read more

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MundoTraveller
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1 d 4.0 01:00:00 (5.3 mph)

A recommended climb. I started in Applecross (twice because I set off in the wrong direction first time -there are no signs saying ‘this way’). From there the climb is marginally easier than from Tornapress. I started before 07.00 to avoid the traffic (3rd June= campervan season), consequently it was very light. It was dry and 9c at the start, the top was covered in cloud and 6c, I did not dally, after a cup of tea I headed down the switchbacks. Super new road surface a lot of the way, smooth, fast, not much camber on the bends, so kept the speed down (only hit 50kph). The cafe at Tornapress served a huge cooked breakfast and giant double shot cappuccino, a just reward for the effort. Note: It is billed as a tough climb/steepest in the UK etc but actually not too bad if you are fit, and less difficult than say, Mt. Ventoux…

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10 Mo 5.0
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The climb is slightly less strenuous and has less steep sections than from the other side, but the views are phenomenal.

De klim is iets minder zwaar en heeft minder steile stukken dan van de andere kant, maar de uitzichten zijn fenomenaal.

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3 y 5.0

Climbed this as my return trip from Applecross to Tornapress having already gone the other way. It's a more gentle climb overall and never gets crazy steep. Great scenery on a sunny day. Well worth doing.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:03:47
7 mph 00:45:09
9 mph 00:35:11
12 mph 00:26:26

Road surface condition

22% 44% 33%
Based on 9 votes
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Traffic

43% 43% 14%
Based on 7 votes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bealach na Ba can be cycled from 2 sides. Bealach na Ba from Applecross is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Bealach na Ba from Tornapress.

Bealach na Ba from Applecross 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!

Bealach na Ba from Applecross 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!

Bealach na Ba from Applecross is 5.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Bealach na Ba from Applecross is 7.2%.

Bealach na Ba from Applecross has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.3%.

The summit of Bealach na Ba from Applecross is at 2054 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:03:47 to climb Bealach na Ba from Applecross. At 7 mph the time is 00:45:09, and at 9 mph 00:35:11. For the fastest cyclists, 00:26:26 is an achievable time.

Bealach na Ba from Applecross is located in the region Highland in Scotland.

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