Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg

Hochstraden can be cycled from 8 sides. Hochstraden from Bairisch Kölldorf is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Hochstraden from Steinbach, Hochstraden via Oberer Schernweg, Hochstraden from Kölldorf, Hochstraden from Waltra via Jammberg, Hochstraden from Jamm via Jammberg, Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg & Hochstraden from Plesch via Fruttenerstrasse.

Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg 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!

Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is not a problem.

Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is 1.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is 8.4%.

Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is at 1736 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:20:50 to climb Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg. At 7 mph the time is 00:14:45, and at 9 mph 00:11:30. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:38 is an achievable time.

Hochstraden from Plesch via Dambergweg is located in the region Styria in Austria.