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Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera

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Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera
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Difficulty points 625
Length 7.1 mi
Average gradient 7%
Steepest segment 15%
Total ascent 2612 ft

Short recap

13 hairpin turns
#13 toughest climb of Corsica
#22 most elevation gain of Corsica
#79 longest climb of Corsica
#28 average steepest climb of Corsica
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Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera is a climb in the region Corsica. It is 7.1 mi long and bridges 2612 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 625. The top of the ascent is located at 3911 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: D 127 & D 27

4.0 by pierre81
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A wonderful discovery. After the busy road below, you plunge into the calm. There are a few hairpins and lots of small bends (be careful on the descent), with a surface that is good throughout the climb. The steepest gradients are towards the finish, but the scenery is splendid. The descent to Bastelica is fairly technical, so watch out for bends (and wild boar!).... read more

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A wonderful discovery. After the busy road below, you plunge into the calm. There are a few hairpins and lots of small bends (be careful on the descent), with a surface that is good throughout the climb. The steepest gradients are towards the finish, but the scenery is splendid. The descent to Bastelica is fairly technical, so watch out for bends (and wild boar!).

Une belle découverte. Après la route très empruntée en contrebas, vous plongez dans le calme. Quelques épingles et beaucoup de petits virages (attention dans la descente), avec un revêtement qui est bon sur la globalité de la montée. Les pourcentages les plus raides se situent vers le final mais les paysages y sont splendides. La descente vers Bastelica est assez technique, attention aux virages (et aux sangliers !)

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Arriver au bas du col est sans doute la partie la plus désagréable, tant la circulation sur la T20 est dangereuse pour les vélos.
Une fois l'ascension débutée, on est dans un col régulier, qui passe d'abord par un joli village, puis les kilomètres s'enchaînent en se ressemblant, la pente n'est jamais faible mais jamais insurmontable. Pas de circulation, et des jolis paysages. Goudron de qualité correcte (pas un billard, mais pas du tout abimé). Après un petit replat bienvenu, la fin est dure (ça se "corse" !) mais comme on sait qu'on touche au but, ça passe ! En haut, pas de panneau de col... mais des cochons corses en bon nombre. Une bonne idée est de descendre sur Bastelica puis d'enchainer avec la montée à la station de ski du Val d'Ese (voir page dédiée sur ce site)

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:25:25
7 mph 01:00:28
9 mph 00:47:07
12 mph 00:35:24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella can be cycled from 4 sides. Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Bocognano is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera, Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Bastelica & Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella via Ucciani.

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera 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!

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera 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.

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera is 7.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera is 7%.

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15%.

The summit of Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera is at 3911 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:25:25 to climb Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera. At 7 mph the time is 01:00:28, and at 9 mph 00:47:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:35:24 is an achievable time.

Bocca di a Scaledda / Col de Scalella from Tavera is located in the region Corsica in France.

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