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Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik

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1 review/story | Elevation profile | 4 photos
Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik
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Elevation profile Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik

Statistics

Difficulty points 546
Length 12.6 mi
Average gradient 3.7%
Steepest segment 10.6%
Total ascent 2480 ft

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Beautiful scenery
4 hairpin turns
#53 toughest climb of Norway
#32 most elevation gain of Norway
#12 longest climb of Norway
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Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik is a climb in the region Norwegian Fjords. It is 12.6 mi long and bridges 2480 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 546. The top of the ascent is located at 2375 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Fv40, Myklebustvegen & Blådalsvegen

4.0 by Georg_mj
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Very scenic climb accessed from Dimmelsvik just outside the village of Rosendal. It starts off quite hard and has some tough ramps throughout, but also some descents and flatter sections to recover. Not too hard in my opinion, although the small kickers on the descent are definitely felt 😅 Overall I’d say it’s worthwhile to do, but I really recommend having strong lights on your bike, because the summit area features two really dark tunnels with quite sketchy road surface.... read more

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Georg_mj
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Very scenic climb accessed from Dimmelsvik just outside the village of Rosendal. It starts off quite hard and has some tough ramps throughout, but also some descents and flatter sections to recover.

Not too hard in my opinion, although the small kickers on the descent are definitely felt 😅
Overall I’d say it’s worthwhile to do, but I really recommend having strong lights on your bike, because the summit area features two really dark tunnels with quite sketchy road surface.

Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik
Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik
Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik
Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik
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Climbing times

5 mph 02:32:33
7 mph 01:47:59
9 mph 01:24:09
12 mph 01:03:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik. 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.

Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik 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!

Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik is 12.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik is 3.7%.

Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.6%.

The summit of Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik is at 2375 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:32:33 to climb Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik. At 7 mph the time is 01:47:59, and at 9 mph 01:24:09. For the fastest cyclists, 01:03:13 is an achievable time.

Blådalsvatnet from Dimmelsvik is located in the region in Norway.

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