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Klausenpass from Bürglen

4.7
9 reviews | Elevation profile | 31 photos
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
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Statistics

Difficulty points 1151
Length 14.9 mi
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest segment 19.2%
Total ascent 5020 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery
11 hairpin turns
#66 toughest climb of Switzerland
#94 most elevation gain of Alps
#36 longest climb of Switzerland
#15 average steepest climb of Uri
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Klausenpass from Bürglen is a climb in the region Uri. It is 14.9 mi long and bridges 5020 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1151. The top of the ascent is located at 6391 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 9 reviews of this climb and uploaded 31 photos.

Road names: 17 & Klausenstrasse

5.0 by Maxamorf
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
On a par with Furka and Grimsel, it is one of the most beautiful climbs I have ever tackled in Switzerland. I climbed it on a Saturday in late summer, with temperatures starting out crisp, and encountered little traffic and even some fresh snow from around 1700! A 10-star environment along the entire route. The moderate and regular gradients allow for a loose pedal stroke without ever becoming fatigued. The descent is quick and if you do not encounter any cars, just as pleasant. Fountains along ... read more

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Reviews (9)

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Daems
7 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

Arrived in cover cloud condition. Once we drove through the clouds, this magical scenery opened up. Early snow mountains. Clear sunny blue sky and a fantastic balcony road with views. Dont be fooled bu the gradient in the end. I hardly saw anything below 8. Road surface moderate, especially descent it wobbles quite a lot. Unspite of moderate traffic, would not have missed this in the world. 5 fcking stars easily!

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PeterB53
8 Mo 5.0

Tjis climb is in two parts. The first part to Unterschächen is quite easy, although there are some harder parts through Bürglen and Spiringen. This part is on the valley floor and thus have no huge views, although the surroundings are beautiful.
After Unterschächen, the climb is on another level. From here the climb is very even with gradients at 7-8% all the way. This part leaves the valley floor behind, and gives you incredibly views. A long section is a balcony road with a massive cliff to one side and a massive drop to the other. This part have the most amazing views and makes this climb a must do.
There is a bot of traffic at the bottom of this climb, but the further up the climb you are, the less traffic you encounter. Be careful if descending towards Linthal as the descent on this side is very bumpy.

Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
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Coureur1
9 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

Long climb and regular impressive views of the valley below and a beautiful waterfall. In full summer it is very hot because there is no shade anywhere on this climb. So bring enough water to get to the bar 1km from the summit.

Lange klim en met regelmaat een indrukwekkend uitzicht op de vallei onderliggend en een mooie waterval. In de volle zomer is het wel zeer warm want er is nergens schaduw op deze klim. Dus voldoende water meenemen om tot de bar op 1km van de top te geraken.

Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
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Maxamorf
1 y 5.0 02:10:00 (6.9 mph)
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian. Show original

On a par with Furka and Grimsel, it is one of the most beautiful climbs I have ever tackled in Switzerland. I climbed it on a Saturday in late summer, with temperatures starting out crisp, and encountered little traffic and even some fresh snow from around 1700! A 10-star environment along the entire route. The moderate and regular gradients allow for a loose pedal stroke without ever becoming fatigued. The descent is quick and if you do not encounter any cars, just as pleasant. Fountains along the entire route.

A pari merito con Furka e Grimsel è una delle salite più belle che abbia mai affrontato in Svizzera. Salito un sabato di fine estate con temperature in partenza frizzantine ho incontrato poco traffico e da quota 1700 circa anche un po' di neve fresca! Ambienti da 10 e lode lungo l'intero percorso. Le pendenze contenute e regolari consentono una pedalata sciolta senza mai andare in affanno. La discesa è rapida e se non si incontrano auto altrettanto piacevole. Fontane lungo l'intero percorso.

Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
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HansChristianB
1 y 5.0

Superb climb. Nice road conditions all the way up and not too much traffic (july). Gets better and better towards the top. Beautiful views over the valley. Be aware of a single small tunnel where the road is constantly wet which is unpleasent during decent.

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BerthaVision
2 y 4.0

After a fairly drab start this climb comes to life after the short descent at the halfway mark..waterfalls very nice views of the valley & then the overhanging road. Its well worth doing

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LouisB
3 y 5.0
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

The climb of the Klausenpass from Atdorf (Willem Tell) was a wonderful experience.Long but quite doable with all those views and flowers everywhere.Totally different scenery than e.g. Mont Ventoux.When you cycle a bit further to Wassen (Sustenpass) and Andermatt (Gothardpass,Oberalppass,Furkapass with the Rhone glacier) you come across climbs in more or less the same natural conditions.

Vroeger een week vertoefd aan het Vierwoudstedenmeer (Sisikon).De beklimming van de Klausenpass vanuit Atdorf (Willem Tell) was een prachtige ervaring.Lang maar best te doen met overal dat uitzicht en bloemenpracht.Totaal ander decor dan bv Mont Ventoux.Wanneer je wat verder fietst naar Wassen (Sustenpass) en Andermatt (Gothardpass,Oberalppass,Furkapass met de Rhônegletsjer) kom je beklimmingen tegen in ongeveer dezelfde natuuromstandigheden.

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ewanewans
3 y 3.0 02:09:25 (6.9 mph)

A fairly steady, and fairly easy (for Swiss Alps) climb. The pass itself is not that interesting, and the traffic can get quite heavy, too. I would say going there once is enough.

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PelotonDesArdennes
5 y 5.0
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

Climbed it last year during a short cycling trip to Switzerland. It's already my favourite cycling country, and this one, together with the Grimsel/Furka transition, is the cycling highlight. Beautiful col, stunning surroundings!
Loop Klausen - Pragelpas is perhaps even the most beautiful I have ever cycled.

Vorig jaar beklommen tijdens een korte fietstrip naar Zwitserland. Is sowieso al mijn favoriet fietsland, en deze is, samen met de overgang Grimsel/Furka dé fietshighlight. Mooie col, schitterende omgeving!!
Lus Klausen - Pragelpas is misschien zelfs het mooiste wat ik al gefietst heb.

Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
Klausenpass from Bürglen
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Climbing times

5 mph 02:59:17
7 mph 02:06:56
9 mph 01:38:55
12 mph 01:14:19

Road surface condition

88% 13% 0%
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Traffic

63% 25% 13%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Klausenpass can be cycled from 2 sides. Klausenpass from Bürglen is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Klausenpass from Linthal.

Klausenpass from Bürglen 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!

Klausenpass from Bürglen 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.

Klausenpass from Bürglen is 14.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Klausenpass from Bürglen is 6.4%.

Klausenpass from Bürglen has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.2%.

The summit of Klausenpass from Bürglen is at 6391 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:59:17 to climb Klausenpass from Bürglen. At 7 mph the time is 02:06:56, and at 9 mph 01:38:55. For the fastest cyclists, 01:14:19 is an achievable time.

Klausenpass from Bürglen is located in the region Uri in Switzerland.

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