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Etzelpass from Pfäffikon

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5 reviews | Elevation profile | 7 photos
Etzelpass from Pfäffikon
Etzelpass from Pfäffikon
Etzelpass from Pfäffikon
Etzelpass from Pfäffikon
Etzelpass from Pfäffikon
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Elevation profile Etzelpass from Pfäffikon

Statistics

Difficulty points 614
Length 3.1 mi
Average gradient 10.8%
Steepest segment 15%
Total ascent 1752 ft

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1 hairpin turn
#81 average steepest climb of Swiss Alps
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Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is a climb in the region Swiss Alps. It is 3.1 mi long and bridges 1752 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 614. The top of the ascent is located at 3114 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 5 reviews of this climb and uploaded 7 photos.

Road names: Huobstrasse & Etzelstrasse

4.0 by Aground0791
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
It is recommended to tackle this ascent from the roundabout as indicated on climbfinder map. I started from the Coop, and had a street crossing with a parking lot to navigate through. After, crossing over the highway bridge, the scenery begins to change a bit. Some shaded areas through a forest like landscape offers shade. The entire ascent is by no means scenic, you are rewarded at the top, in the restaurant parking lot. Minimal traffic on Monday early afternoon. Descent is narrow and steep. ... read more

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Reviews (5)

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laurynai
laurynai
1 Mo 4.0 00:33:00 (5.6 mph)

Definitely recommend this climb 🚲
You get stunning views of the Zurisee and then when you reach the top there are a few restaurants to enjoy a coffee or have lunch.
The descent is also pretty stunning, through forests as well as country. Additionally, there are very beautiful views of the lake 👌 Unfortunately difficult to snap pictures coming down.
You definitely have to keep an eye open for traffic; there are quite a bit of cars going up and down, not to mention other cyclists.

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11 Mo 4.0
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The ascent from Pfäffikon starts immediately and remains constant at 9-10％ until the restaurant "Luegeten". After the turn-off to Etzel, the gradient in the forest increases again sharply to an average of 12-14％ and only eases briefly once on the way to the top of the pass. Definitely not a climb to roll up at ease! But the effort is worth it every time, as you are rewarded with probably the most beautiful view of Lake Zurich on the descent to Schindellegi.

Der Anstieg von Pfäffikon startet gleich wuchtig und bleibt konstant bei 9-10％ bis zum Restaurant "Luegeten". Nach dem Abzweiger zum Etzel zieht die Steigung im Wald nochmals kräftig an auf im Durchschnitt 12-14％ und lässt auf dem Weg zur Passhöhe nur einmal zwischendurch kurz nach. Definitiv keine Steigung zum locker hochrollen! Die Quälerei lohnt sich aber jedes Mal, da man auf der Abfahrt nach Schindellegi mit dem wahrscheinlich schönsten Blick auf den Zürisee belohnt wird.

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Aground0791
Aground0791
1 y 4.0 00:30:39 (6 mph)

It is recommended to tackle this ascent from the roundabout as indicated on climbfinder map. I started from the Coop, and had a street crossing with a parking lot to navigate through. After, crossing over the highway bridge, the scenery begins to change a bit. Some shaded areas through a forest like landscape offers shade. The entire ascent is by no means scenic, you are rewarded at the top, in the restaurant parking lot. Minimal traffic on Monday early afternoon. Descent is narrow and steep.

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andryej
andryej
2 y 3.0

Cool climbing, quiet street with beautiful view of the lake.

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JOPFITZ
JOPFITZ
2 y 5.0 00:28:10 (6.5 mph)
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Really nice demanding ascent, without any real possibility of recovery, full draft all the way to the top.

Richtig schöner anspruchsvoller Anstieg, ohne richtige erholungsmoehlichkeit voller Durchzug bis nach oben

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:37:00
7 mph 00:26:12
9 mph 00:20:25
12 mph 00:15:20

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Traffic

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Frequently Asked Questions

Etzelpass can be cycled from 2 sides. Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Etzelpass from Sihl.

Etzelpass from Pfäffikon 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!

Etzelpass from Pfäffikon 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.

Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is 10.8%.

Etzelpass from Pfäffikon has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15%.

The summit of Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is at 3114 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:37:00 to climb Etzelpass from Pfäffikon. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:12, and at 9 mph 00:20:25. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:20 is an achievable time.

Etzelpass from Pfäffikon is located in the region in Switzerland.

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