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Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek

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Elevation profile Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek

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Difficulty points 329
Length 9.6 mi
Average gradient 3.7%
Steepest segment 8.6%
Total ascent 1860 ft

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Famous climb
Beautiful scenery
2 hairpin turns
#69 toughest climb of Africa
#63 most elevation gain of Africa
#56 longest climb of Africa
#29 average steepest climb of South Africa
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Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek is a climb in the region South Africa. It is 9.6 mi long and bridges 1860 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 3.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 329. The top of the ascent is located at 2405 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Huguenot Road, Louis Botha Street, Dirkie Uys Street, Lambrechts Road & Franschhoek Pass

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:56:15
7 mph 01:22:18
9 mph 01:04:08
12 mph 00:48:11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Franschhoek Pass can be cycled from 2 sides. Franschhoek Pass from Dutoitsrivier is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek.

You don't need special gearing for Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek 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!

Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek is 9.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek is 3.7%.

Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.6%.

The summit of Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek is at 2405 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:56:15 to climb Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek. At 7 mph the time is 01:22:18, and at 9 mph 01:04:08. For the fastest cyclists, 00:48:11 is an achievable time.

Franschhoek Pass from Franschhoek is located in the region in South Africa.

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