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Heimenschwand from Rothachen

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Heimenschwand from Rothachen
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Elevation profile Heimenschwand from Rothachen

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Difficulty points 145
Length 2.2 mi
Average gradient 5.5%
Steepest segment 10.3%
Total ascent 643 ft

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Heimenschwand from Rothachen is a climb in the region Bern. It is 2.2 mi long and bridges 643 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 145. The top of the ascent is located at 3310 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

2.0 by matteob81
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The climb is nothing special, but it is worth it for the view from the summit and because it allows you to continue towards the Emmental. There is also a grocery shop in Heimenschwand where you can buy a drink or some chocolate.... read more

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Heimenschwand from Rothachen
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matteob81
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The climb is nothing special, but it is worth it for the view from the summit and because it allows you to continue towards the Emmental. There is also a grocery shop in Heimenschwand where you can buy a drink or some chocolate.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:26:40
7 mph 00:18:52
9 mph 00:14:42
12 mph 00:11:03

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Heimenschwand from Rothachen. 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.

Heimenschwand from Rothachen is a 4th-category climb. A sprint to the top is usually not an option, and untrained riders will definitely feel it in their legs. For trained cyclists, it is a great training climb.

Heimenschwand from Rothachen is 2.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Heimenschwand from Rothachen is 5.5%.

Heimenschwand from Rothachen has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.3%.

The summit of Heimenschwand from Rothachen is at 3310 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:26:40 to climb Heimenschwand from Rothachen. At 7 mph the time is 00:18:52, and at 9 mph 00:14:42. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:03 is an achievable time.

Heimenschwand from Rothachen is located in the region Bern in Switzerland.

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