Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda

Statistics

Difficulty points	701
Length	16.2 mi
Average gradient	4%
Steepest segment	11.5%
Total ascent	3376 ft

Difficulty points

701

Length

16.2 mi

Average gradient

Steepest segment

11.5%

Total ascent

3376 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

5 hairpin turns

#29 toughest climb of Norway

#14 most elevation gain of Norway

#6 longest climb of Norway

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Very fine climb over the plateau. Most cars's go under via tunnel.

johs78

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This road RV520 from Sauda to Røldal is a gem both ways and has a lot of climbing. A narrow road with generally very little traffic, but take it easy as you can get high speeds in sections with lots of sharp turns and little space.

Climbing times

5 mph	03:14:59
7 mph	02:18:02
9 mph	01:47:34
12 mph	01:20:49

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Frequently Asked Questions

Halvfjerdingsvatnet can be cycled from 2 sides. Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Røldal.

You don't need special gearing for Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda. 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.

Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is 16.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is 4%.

Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.5%.

The summit of Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is at 3186 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:14:59 to climb Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda. At 7 mph the time is 02:18:02, and at 9 mph 01:47:34. For the fastest cyclists, 01:20:49 is an achievable time.

Halvfjerdingsvatnet from Sauda is located in the region in Norway.

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