Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana

Difficulty points	530
Length	6.6 mi
Average gradient	6.4%
Steepest segment	11.4%
Total ascent	2238 ft

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Salamella_Boy ^premium

7 Mo 4.0

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A beautiful climb, easy in the first part, slightly more challenging in the section after the descent (however, never prohibitive).
Highly recommended for the autumn period when you can enjoy the splendid colours of the forest that frames the climb.
A diversion to the Sacra di San Michele, an evocative abbey rich in history, is absolutely recommended.

MarcoBardo89

8 Mo 3.0 01:15:00 (5.3 mph)

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The tougher of the two climbs. From the lake you climb the first 2km then turn right at the roundabout. From there, up to Villaggio Primavera the climb is easy and straightforward.
After a descent of a few hundred metres, the situation changes and the climb is fixed around 10％ until after the Sacra di San Michele square.
The arrival at the pass is nice and easy, once up to the village there is little.
It is better to descend from the other side, it is more scenic and pleasant.

FrostyRemo ^premium

9 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

Shaded in parts - great for a hot summers day. Some bits a steep - a perfect reintroduction to Italian cycling - came straight from Milano Malpensa. Wonderful views down into the valley and of Sacré de San Michele.

christine ^premium

9 Mo 3.0 via the Climbfinder app

great shady climb perfect for hot summer afternoon. narrow wooded climb this way up, wider road & less charming from the other side which i descended. quite constant 9％ last 4km after the long descent. no views at top, just a couple of signs. not too busy on climb.

AlexCostaG

9 Mo 3.0 via the Climbfinder app

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A classic of the area, the first part easier but watch out for the last 3/4 km ... at the weekend there is always a bit more traffic due to tourism for the sacra di San Michele, at the end of the climb there is a bar and a fountain, recommended!

Da_Caveman ^premium

1 y 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

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The super-classic of Giaveno is always nice, surrounded by beautiful views and in the presence of iconic architecture. The second part is more challenging. The descent from Valgioie is fast and fun. If possible, avoid weekends, the Sacra di Dan Michele attracts many tourists.

carloc ^premium

1 y 3.0

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Beautiful climb with a gentle first part and a slightly more demanding second part, but the view relieves all the fatigue

PeterTheBoar

2 y 4.0

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Ascent of the Giro d'Italia 2023. First part at 5％, second part more challenging. As you climb, the view of the Sacra di San Michele is worth the effort.

Mathieu72

3 y 3.0

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Climbing times

5 mph	01:20:07
7 mph	00:56:43
9 mph	00:44:12
12 mph	00:33:12

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Colle Braida can be cycled from 2 sides. Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Colle Braida from Giaveno.

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana 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!

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana 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!

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana is 6.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana is 6.4%.

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.4%.

The summit of Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana is at 3307 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:20:07 to climb Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana. At 7 mph the time is 00:56:43, and at 9 mph 00:44:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:33:12 is an achievable time.

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana is located in the region Turin in Italy.

Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana

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Colle Braida from Laghi di Avigliana

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