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Klausenpass from Linthal

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7 reviews | Elevation profile | 14 photos
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
Klausenpass from Linthal
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Statistics

Difficulty points 902
Length 13.7 mi
Average gradient 5.8%
Steepest segment 8.6%
Total ascent 4236 ft

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Beautiful scenery
24 hairpin turns
#2 toughest climb of Glarus
#61 most elevation gain of Switzerland
#43 longest climb of Switzerland
#20 average steepest climb of Glarus
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Klausenpass from Linthal is a climb in the region Glarus. It is 13.7 mi long and bridges 4236 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 902. The top of the ascent is located at 6385 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 7 reviews of this climb and uploaded 14 photos.

Road names: 17 & Klausenstrasse

4.0 by jeshu
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Due to the (fairly) flat section in the middle, this climb takes a very long time for your feel. The first section goes through forest nicely several times, the second half of the climb after the plateau is almost exposed but offers nice views of the valley you came through. From the other side, however, the climb looks more beautiful, and then this endless climb becomes a very nice long descent. As with quite a few passes in the mountains, if you cycle it on a day at the weekend, you will be o... read more

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Reviews (7)

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J-M
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1 w 4.0 via the Climbfinder app
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch. Show original

Beautiful climb done in late May, in fantastic weather. Fine to do few really steep sections

Mooie klim gedaan eind mei, bij fantastisch weer. Prima te doen weinig echt steile stukken

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drheff
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3 Mo 4.0
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Once past the cobbles at the bottom the road surface is really good. The flat section in the middle lets you admire the mountains on either side before you start the last steep stuff. Great views all round. Lovely climb.

Once past the cobbles at the bottom the road surface is really good. The flat section in the middle lets you admire the mountains on either side before you start the last steep stuff. Great views all round. Lovely climb.

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LorenzoGbr
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8 Mo 5.0

One of my favorite climbs, it packs lots of alpine/prealpine variety and it's also not that hard! Surprise cobbles at the start, I pushed through the first part of the climb, and from the flat section you get an incredible views on the Dolomites-like Jegerstöck mountain chain. Water stop at Urnerboden, then more crazy views on the second climb (waterfalls, this part is very Furka-like). I got LOTS of headwind on the last 2 km. Café stop at the top. The descent towards Altdorf is also awesome, the road is somewhat dangerous (exposed) but it's not technical, you get to the bottom quite quickly. Watch out for the Stäuben waterfall on the left!

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FrederikD19
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9 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
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Mega view and the road is also in a good condition

Mega Aussicht und die starße ist auch in eine gutem Zustand

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jeshu
jeshu
1 y 4.0 01:52:40 (7.3 mph)
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Due to the (fairly) flat section in the middle, this climb takes a very long time for your feel. The first section goes through forest nicely several times, the second half of the climb after the plateau is almost exposed but offers nice views of the valley you came through. From the other side, however, the climb looks more beautiful, and then this endless climb becomes a very nice long descent.
As with quite a few passes in the mountains, if you cycle it on a day at the weekend, you will be overtaken at every turn by motorbikes, fast cars's and motorhomes. Tip: do not go on Saturdays or Sundays (in summer).

Door het (vrij) vlakke stuk in het midden duurt deze klim voor je gevoel erg lang. Het eerste stuk gaat aantal keer mooi door bos, de tweede helft van de klim na het plateau is vrijwel onbeschut maar biedt mooie vergezichten op het dal waar je doorheen bent gekomen. Vanaf de andere kant lijkt de klim echter mooier, en dan wordt deze eindeloze klim een hele mooie lange afdaling.
Zoals bij wel meer passen in de bergen geldt: als je deze op een dag in het weekend fietst dan wordt je om de haverklap voorbij gestoven door motors, snelle auto's en campers. Tip: ga niet op zaterdag of zondag (in de zomer).

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etsius
etsius
1 y 4.0
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A very long climb (almost endless if you don't regulate yourself) but with no extreme gradients and a good break towards the middle, so it feels like two passes instead of one.

It starts with two cobbled bends, a tunnel and then becomes more rustic. It also has the kind of twisty sections that we cyclists like and some worthwhile views to the left.

Una subida muy larga (casi interminable si no te regulas) pero sin desniveles extremos y un buen descanso hacia la mitad, por lo que se siente como dos puertos en lugar de uno.

Empieza con dos curvas adoquinadas, un túnel y después se vuelve más rústico. También tiene zonas de curvas de las que nos gustan a los ciclistas y unas vistas hacia la izquierda que merecen la pena.

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Doudble
Doudble
2 y 5.0

Absolutely beautiful climb, in fact 2 climbs, separated by flat section in the valley. Very little traffic, 2 tunnels, many hairpins, cafe at the top, water fountains on the way, waterfall. Absolutely stunning descent, tarmac quality could have been better though, but is good, compared to other swiss mountain passes.

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Climbing times

5 mph 02:45:51
7 mph 01:57:25
9 mph 01:31:30
12 mph 01:08:44

Road surface condition

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Traffic

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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.

You don't need special gearing for Klausenpass from Linthal. 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.

Klausenpass from Linthal 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 Linthal is 13.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Klausenpass from Linthal is 5.8%.

Klausenpass from Linthal has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.6%.

The summit of Klausenpass from Linthal is at 6385 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:45:51 to climb Klausenpass from Linthal. At 7 mph the time is 01:57:25, and at 9 mph 01:31:30. For the fastest cyclists, 01:08:44 is an achievable time.

Klausenpass from Linthal is located in the region Glarus in Switzerland.

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