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Giw from Visp

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1 review/story | Elevation profile | 2 photos
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Elevation profile Giw from Visp

Statistics

Difficulty points 1189
Length 9.8 mi
Average gradient 8.3%
Steepest segment 16.2%
Total ascent 4318 ft

Short recap

14 hairpin turns
#56 toughest climb of Switzerland
#54 most elevation gain of Switzerland
#46 longest climb of Valais
#43 average steepest climb of Valais
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Giw from Visp is a climb in the region Valais. It is 9.8 mi long and bridges 4318 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1189. The top of the ascent is located at 6444 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: Terbinerstrasse, Dorfstrasse & Giwstrasse

4.0 by matteob81
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
It's a hard climb, one not to be underestimated, first between pastures and vineyards and then into the forest. The road serves Visperterminen (Europe's highest vineyards!) all year round, while in winter the second part is often snow-covered. Beautiful views of some 4000-metre peaks of the Valais Alps (Weisshorn, Dom,...). There is a restaurant at the top.... read more

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It's a hard climb, one not to be underestimated, first between pastures and vineyards and then into the forest. The road serves Visperterminen (Europe's highest vineyards!) all year round, while in winter the second part is often snow-covered. Beautiful views of some 4000-metre peaks of the Valais Alps (Weisshorn, Dom,...). There is a restaurant at the top.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:58:45
7 mph 01:24:04
9 mph 01:05:31
12 mph 00:49:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

Giw from Visp 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!

Giw from Visp 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.

Giw from Visp is 9.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Giw from Visp is 8.3%.

Giw from Visp has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.2%.

The summit of Giw from Visp is at 6444 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:58:45 to climb Giw from Visp. At 7 mph the time is 01:24:04, and at 9 mph 01:05:31. For the fastest cyclists, 00:49:13 is an achievable time.

Giw from Visp is located in the region Valais in Switzerland.

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