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Castagnola from Valduggia

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Elevation profile Castagnola from Valduggia

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Difficulty points 325
Length 2.8 mi
Average gradient 8.1%
Steepest segment 14%
Total ascent 1214 ft
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Castagnola from Valduggia is a climb in the region Vercelli. It is 2.8 mi long and bridges 1214 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 325. The top of the ascent is located at 2500 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: Strada Comunale Valduggia Castagnola

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
Ascent to the centre of the Monte Fenera park. Ascent on a quiet road through the forest. Just the right amount of climbing without ever becoming too demanding. You first reach the hamlet of Altezza and then Castagnola. If you continue downhill, you reach the hamlet of Soliva... read more

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Ascent to the centre of the Monte Fenera park. Ascent on a quiet road through the forest. Just the right amount of climbing without ever becoming too demanding. You first reach the hamlet of Altezza and then Castagnola. If you continue downhill, you reach the hamlet of Soliva

Salita che porta al centro del parco del Monte Fenera. Salita su strada poco trafficata e tranquilla nel bosco. Salita impegnativa il giusto senza diventare mai troppo esigente. Si raggiunge prima l'abitato di Altezza e poi Castagnola. Se si continua in discesa si arriva alla frazione di Soliva

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:34:04
7 mph 00:24:07
9 mph 00:18:47
12 mph 00:14:07

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Frequently Asked Questions

Castagnola can be cycled from 2 sides. Castagnola from Valduggia is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Castagnola from Soliva.

Castagnola from Valduggia 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!

Castagnola from Valduggia 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!

Castagnola from Valduggia is 2.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Castagnola from Valduggia is 8.1%.

Castagnola from Valduggia has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Castagnola from Valduggia is at 2500 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:34:04 to climb Castagnola from Valduggia. At 7 mph the time is 00:24:07, and at 9 mph 00:18:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:14:07 is an achievable time.

Castagnola from Valduggia is located in the region Vercelli in Italy.

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