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Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey

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Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey
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Elevation profile Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey

Statistics

Difficulty points 948
Length 11.9 mi
Average gradient 6.1%
Steepest segment 15%
Total ascent 3855 ft

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5 hairpin turns
#18 toughest climb of Bern
#94 most elevation gain of Switzerland
#68 longest climb of Switzerland
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Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey is a climb in the region Bern. It is 11.9 mi long and bridges 3855 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 948. The top of the ascent is located at 6073 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 5 photos.

Road names: Diemtigtalstrasse & Meniggrundstrasse

5.0 by ZachW
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Gem of a climb. First section is officially on big roads but there are some alternatives through small towns on the sides of the valley if you're up for a bit more climbing. Section up the pass is extremely quiet with good road surface, nice gradient and spectacular views... read more

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Gem of a climb. First section is officially on big roads but there are some alternatives through small towns on the sides of the valley if you're up for a bit more climbing. Section up the pass is extremely quiet with good road surface, nice gradient and spectacular views

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey
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Climbing times

5 mph 02:23:24
7 mph 01:41:31
9 mph 01:19:07
12 mph 00:59:26

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp can be cycled from 2 sides. Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Grubenwald is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey.

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey 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!

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey 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.

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey is 11.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey is 6.1%.

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15%.

The summit of Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey is at 6073 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:23:24 to climb Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey. At 7 mph the time is 01:41:31, and at 9 mph 01:19:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:59:26 is an achievable time.

Gestelenpass / Meiebergalp from Oey is located in the region Bern in Switzerland.

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