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Fróðárheiði via Valavatn

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Elevation profile Fróðárheiði via Valavatn

Statistics

Difficulty points 306
Length 5.7 mi
Average gradient 4.2%
Steepest segment 14.9%
Total ascent 1266 ft

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#14 toughest climb of Iceland
#13 most elevation gain of Iceland
#3 longest climb of Iceland
#25 average steepest climb of Iceland
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Fróðárheiði via Valavatn is a climb in the region Iceland. It is 5.7 mi long and bridges 1266 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 306. The top of the ascent is located at 1168 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Snæfellsnesvegur

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:08:53
7 mph 00:48:46
9 mph 00:38:00
12 mph 00:28:33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fróðárheiði can be cycled from 2 sides. Fróðárheiði from Bjarnarfoss is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Fróðárheiði via Valavatn.

You don't need special gearing for Fróðárheiði via Valavatn. 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.

Fróðárheiði via Valavatn 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!

Fróðárheiði via Valavatn is 5.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Fróðárheiði via Valavatn is 4.2%.

Fróðárheiði via Valavatn has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.9%.

The summit of Fróðárheiði via Valavatn is at 1168 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:08:53 to climb Fróðárheiði via Valavatn. At 7 mph the time is 00:48:46, and at 9 mph 00:38:00. For the fastest cyclists, 00:28:33 is an achievable time.

Fróðárheiði via Valavatn is located in the region in Iceland.

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