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Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen

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Difficulty points 864
Length 2.2 mi
Average gradient 14.9%
Steepest segment 23.7%
Total ascent 1755 ft

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5 hairpin turns
#28 toughest climb of Bern
#59 most elevation gain of Bern
#71 average steepest climb of Alps
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Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen is a climb in the region Bern. It is 2.2 mi long and bridges 1755 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 14.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 864. The top of the ascent is located at 3615 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Kirchgässli & Allmend

3.0 by Yeti
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
If you like challenges and steep climbs, this one is definitely not to be missed! Once you are out of the village of Hilterfingen, your GPS no longer indicates a gradient lower than 17％! Instead of 3.6km, I covered at least 6km to the top because of the continuous slalom where my front wheel often came off the ground, especially at the part where my gps indicated 26％. It is a narrow road to the top and you only get a nice view if you are also at the top. During the climb, you can't e... read more

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The easy part ends after 300-400 metres, then it's a very, very hard climb. Even after the 20 ％ straight stretch the effort isn't over and after a few almost flat metres, the road turns slightly to the left after a farm and there are 100-150 metres at around 23 ％. The satisfaction, after reaching the top, is great. Zero traffic. Road in good condition.

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If you like challenges and steep climbs, this one is definitely not to be missed! Once you are out of the village of Hilterfingen, your GPS no longer indicates a gradient lower than 17％! Instead of 3.6km, I covered at least 6km to the top because of the continuous slalom where my front wheel often came off the ground, especially at the part where my gps indicated 26％.

It is a narrow road to the top and you only get a nice view if you are also at the top. During the climb, you can't enjoy the scenery. Only the asphalt.

With a lot of effort, I happily reached the top without having to dismount. If you have to dismount halfway up the climb, cycling further up would no longer be possible. The path is too narrow and steep to get off, pick up some speed and continue cycling straight up.

I strongly advise against descending! It is 1 long straight road down and as soon as you approach the village you get an almost right-angled turn.

Als je van uitdagingen en steile beklimmingen houdt mag je deze zeker niet missen! Ben je het dorp Hilterfingen uit, dan geeft je gps geen hellingspercentage lager dan 17％ meer aan! In plaats van 3,6km heb ik minstens 6km afgelegd naar de top wegens het continu geslalom waarbij mijn voorwiel vaak los van de grond kwam, zeker bij het gedeelte waarbij mijn gps 26％ aangaf.

Het is een smalle weg naar boven en je hebt enkel een mooi uitzicht als je ook boven bent. Gedurende de klim kun je niet genieten van de omgeving. Enkel van het asfalt.

Ik heb met héél veel moeite gelukkig de top bereikt zonder af te hoeven stappen. Moet je halverwege de klim afstappen, dan zou verder omhoog fietsen niet meer mogelijk zijn. Het pad is te smal en te steil om op te stappen, enige vaart te maken en gelijk verder te fietsen.

Afdalen raad ik ten zeerste af! Het is 1 lange rechte weg naar beneden en zodra je het dorp nadert krijg je gelijk een zo goed als haakse bocht.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:27:01
7 mph 00:19:08
9 mph 00:14:54
12 mph 00:11:12

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Frequently Asked Questions

Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen 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!

Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen 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.

Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen is 2.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen is 14.9%.

Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.7%.

The summit of Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen is at 3615 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:27:01 to climb Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen. At 7 mph the time is 00:19:08, and at 9 mph 00:14:54. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:12 is an achievable time.

Heiligenschwendi from Hilterfingen is located in the region Bern in Switzerland.

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