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Kropfen

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Elevation profile Kropfen

Statistics

Difficulty points 847
Length 3.6 mi
Average gradient 11.3%
Steepest segment 20.5%
Total ascent 2172 ft

Short recap

10 hairpin turns
#6 toughest climb of Vorarlberg
#18 most elevation gain of Vorarlberg
#43 longest climb of Vorarlberg
#96 average steepest climb of Austria
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Kropfen is a climb in the region Vorarlberg. It is 3.6 mi long and bridges 2172 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 11.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 847. The top of the ascent is located at 4432 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: Gstüdweg & Gamplaschgerweg

4.0 by Rasmusek1
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Fun climb (mainly for smaller people). The road was a bit bumpy at some parts and the steep slopes sometimes made it hard to just keep the bike on the road. You needs to be in good shape just to get to the top of it.... read more

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Rasmusek1
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3 y 4.0 00:35:55 (6.1 mph)

Fun climb (mainly for smaller people). The road was a bit bumpy at some parts and the steep slopes sometimes made it hard to just keep the bike on the road.
You needs to be in good shape just to get to the top of it.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:43:52
7 mph 00:31:03
9 mph 00:24:12
12 mph 00:18:11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kropfen 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!

Kropfen 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.

Kropfen is 3.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Kropfen is 11.3%.

Kropfen has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 20.5%.

The summit of Kropfen is at 4432 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:43:52 to climb Kropfen. At 7 mph the time is 00:31:03, and at 9 mph 00:24:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:18:11 is an achievable time.

Kropfen is located in the region Vorarlberg in Austria.

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