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Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania

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3 reviews | Elevation profile | 4 photos
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
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Elevation profile Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania

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Difficulty points 959
Length 10.9 mi
Average gradient 6.8%
Steepest segment 12.5%
Total ascent 3888 ft

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
6 hairpin turns
#7 toughest climb of Sicily
#14 most elevation gain of Sicily
#24 longest climb of Sicily
#54 average steepest climb of Sicily
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Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania is a climb in the region Catania. It is 10.9 mi long and bridges 3888 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 959. The top of the ascent is located at 6234 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Via San Nivcola, Via Fratelli Gemmellaro, Via Dan Nicola, Via Catania & SP92

5.0 by Astrorunner
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Polish.
This climb is a must, when you're in the neighbourhood. Martian-like views, empty road and not too steep, making everyone could do it. The surface quality is not perfect, but not too bad too. It's though much better to take this climb to Rifugio Sapienza, then ride down to Nicolosi on the west road SP92 because of the quite new and smooth right lane on the downhill there.... read more

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Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
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Astrorunner
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9 Mo 5.0
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Polish. Show original

This climb is a must, when you're in the neighbourhood. Martian-like views, empty road and not too steep, making everyone could do it. The surface quality is not perfect, but not too bad too. It's though much better to take this climb to Rifugio Sapienza, then ride down to Nicolosi on the west road SP92 because of the quite new and smooth right lane on the downhill there.

This climb is a must, when you're in the neighborhood. Martian-like views, empty road and not too steep, making everyone could do it. The surface quality is not perfect, but not too bad too. It's though much better to take this climb to Rifugio Sapienza, then ride down to Nicolosi on the west road SP92 because of the quite new and smooth right lane on the downhill there.

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selle_jelle
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2 y 5.0

Magical ascent to Etna. Little traffic, a few dogs and an amazing transportation through various landscapes all the way to the moon. 🌑

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania
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2 y 5.0
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Passed 1 car in 18km. Road is like all roads in Italy, okay, few cracks and when descending two hands on the wheel! Views spectacular and the climb challenging. Very uneven (up to 16％), so you may push hard on the pedals, but also get recovery with flat sections. If you like a challenge, this is the route up from Nicolosi!

In 18km 1 auto voorbij zien komen. Weg is zoals alle wegen in Italië, oke, paar scheuren en bij het afdalen twee handjes aan het stuur! Uitzichten spectaculair en de klim uitdagend. Zeer onregelmatig (tot 16％), dus je mag flink duwen op de pedalen, maar krijgt ook herstel met vlakke stukken. Als je van een uitdaging houdt is dit de route omhoog vanuit Nicolosi!

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:11:18
7 mph 01:32:57
9 mph 01:12:26
12 mph 00:54:25

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Frequently Asked Questions

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania 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!

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania 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.

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania is 10.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania is 6.8%.

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.5%.

The summit of Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania is at 6234 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:11:18 to climb Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania. At 7 mph the time is 01:32:57, and at 9 mph 01:12:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:54:25 is an achievable time.

Etna / Rifugio Sapienza from Nicolosi via Via Catania is located in the region Catania in Italy.

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