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Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino

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Difficulty points 1583
Length 4.2 mi
Average gradient 13.7%
Steepest segment 32%
Total ascent 3012 ft

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Hidden gem
10 hairpin turns
#85 toughest climb of Europe
#35 most elevation gain of Brescia
#80 longest climb of Brescia
#64 average steepest climb of Italian Alps
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Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is a climb in the region Brescia. It is 4.2 mi long and bridges 3012 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 13.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1583. The top of the ascent is located at 3642 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Via Curetto, Via Conche, Via Ronco & Via Presso

4.0 by BartC
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
The final 2,5km of this climb is completely crazy. The concrete road seems to go vertical, it is really tough. It makes more sense to do this on an e-bike than a analogue bike, but it's your choice. Once at the top, you can continue for 15 min or so over mixed tarmac / gravel roads to the Croce di Marone (1166m), to tap some fresh mountain water, or to get yourself a well deserved coffee & cake in the rifugio ... read more

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The final 2,5km of this climb is completely crazy. The concrete road seems to go vertical, it is really tough.
It makes more sense to do this on an e-bike than a analogue bike, but it's your choice.

Once at the top, you can continue for 15 min or so over mixed tarmac / gravel roads to the Croce di Marone (1166m), to tap some fresh mountain water, or to get yourself a well deserved coffee & cake in the rifugio

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:50:24
7 mph 00:35:41
9 mph 00:27:48
12 mph 00:20:53

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is extremely hard. We recommend that you choose the lightest possible gearing, such as a 34-tooth or smaller chainring, combined with a 34-tooth rear cog. Otherwise, there's a good chance you'll need to put a foot down sooner or later. If you think you need to go even lighter, you could consider using a gravel or mountain bike, or installing a gravel or mountain bike derailleur with a rear cog of more than 40 teeth. Good luck!

Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino falls into the Super Hors Catégorie, the absolute top category. These are the most extreme climbs that exist. Even with excellent fitness, there is a chance you will have to put a foot down. Only the strongest make it to the top without any problems.

Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is 4.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is 13.7%.

Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 32%.

The summit of Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is at 3642 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:50:24 to climb Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino. At 7 mph the time is 00:35:41, and at 9 mph 00:27:48. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:53 is an achievable time.

Forcella di Sale from Sale Marasino is located in the region Brescia in Italy.

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