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Capannelle

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4.3
3 reviews | Elevation profile | 9 photos
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Elevation profile Capannelle

Statistics

Difficulty points 951
Length 9.3 mi
Average gradient 6.7%
Steepest segment 24.5%
Total ascent 3287 ft

Short recap

19 hairpin turns
#2 toughest climb of Corsica
#10 most elevation gain of Corsica
#36 longest climb of Corsica
#34 average steepest climb of Corsica
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Capannelle is a climb in the region Corsica. It is 9.3 mi long and bridges 3287 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 951. The top of the ascent is located at 5906 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road name: D 169

4.0 by pierre81
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
I was pleasantly surprised to find the road in such good condition for such an unassuming climb - it was a real billiard table! The hardest gradients are towards the start of the climb, but after 4 kilometres there are gentler gradients and even a few switchbacks. The climb is rated HC for a final kilometre that I couldn't find (perhaps hidden under the snow!), but I didn't find it that difficult. At the top, the view of the sea in the distance is top-notch! I'd done the Col de Sor... read more

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pierre81
pierre81
6 Mo 4.0
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I was pleasantly surprised to find the road in such good condition for such an unassuming climb - it was a real billiard table! The hardest gradients are towards the start of the climb, but after 4 kilometres there are gentler gradients and even a few switchbacks. The climb is rated HC for a final kilometre that I couldn't find (perhaps hidden under the snow!), but I didn't find it that difficult. At the top, the view of the sea in the distance is top-notch! I'd done the Col de Sorba from Vivario just before, a very nice link-up that I recommend.

Agréablement surpris de trouver une route en aussi bon état pour une ascension aussi discrète, un vrai billard ! Les pourcentages les plus difficiles se trouvent vers le début de l'ascension, après 4 kilomètres il s'agit de pourcentages plus doux, voire même de quelques replats. L'ascension est classée HC pour un dernier kilomètre que je n'ai pas trouvé (peut-être caché sous la neige !), mais je ne l'ai pas trouvée si difficile. Au sommet, vue sur la mer au loin, c'est top ! J'avais fait le col de Sorba depuis Vivario juste avant, un très bel enchaînement que je recommande

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skins43
skins43
1 y 5.0

Fantastic climb! Glimpses of the view from breaks in the forest, really feels like you have gained some altitude. I completed this in February when there was no skiing available and no walkers visiting so saw zero cars. The descent was cold but enjoyable.

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mdpghiso
mdpghiso
3 y 4.0 00:55:48 (10 mph)
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Nice climb in a beautiful forest
which becomes clearer at the end. Mountain scenery. The surface is excellent.
So be careful on the descent or it can go very, very fast for those who like it.
In summer a bar and restaurant is open. Very nice view. The beginning is hard 9％ better to start from Ghisoni or climb the Verde pass to get into shape.

Belle grimpette dans une belle forêt
qui s'éclaircit sur la fin. Paysage de montagne. Le revêtement est excellent.
Donc prudence dans la descente ou ça peut aller très, vite pour ceux qui aiment.
L'été un bar restaurant est ouvert. Très belle vue. Le début est dur 9％ vaut mieux partir de Ghisoni ou grimper le col Verde pour se mettre en jambes.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:52:06
7 mph 01:19:21
9 mph 01:01:50
12 mph 00:46:28

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Capannelle 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!

Capannelle belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Capannelle is 9.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Capannelle is 6.7%.

Capannelle has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 24.5%.

The summit of Capannelle is at 5906 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:52:06 to climb Capannelle. At 7 mph the time is 01:19:21, and at 9 mph 01:01:50. For the fastest cyclists, 00:46:28 is an achievable time.

Capannelle is located in the region Corsica in France.

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