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Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden

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3 reviews | Elevation profile | 5 photos
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
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Elevation profile Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden

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Difficulty points 1387
Length 8.8 mi
Average gradient 8.8%
Steepest segment 18.7%
Total ascent 4131 ft

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Hidden gem
18 hairpin turns
#1 toughest climb of Liechtenstein
#3 most elevation gain of Liechtenstein
#2 longest climb of Liechtenstein
#11 average steepest climb of Liechtenstein
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Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden is a climb in the region Oberland. It is 8.8 mi long and bridges 4131 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1387. The top of the ascent is located at 5253 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 3 reviews of this climb and uploaded 5 photos.

Road names: Fürst-Franz-Josef-Strasse, Bergstrasse, Sückastrasse & Malbunstrasse

5.0 by DennisO
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
100% a must-do! We tackled this on the day we were traveling between Switzerland and Austria. It’s still fun to be able to check off Liechtenstein’s toughest climb. The start is manageable through the forest, but after a few kilometers you reach an open meadow where a few steep hairpin turns give you a taste of the wall ahead. There, you turn left onto a small road (just before the main road goes through the big tunnel). This path immediately climbs extremely steeply, at around 20%. After th... read more

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Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
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DennisO
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100% a must-do! We tackled this on the day we were traveling between Switzerland and Austria. It’s still fun to be able to check off Liechtenstein’s toughest climb. The start is manageable through the forest, but after a few kilometers you reach an open meadow where a few steep hairpin turns give you a taste of the wall ahead. There, you turn left onto a small road (just before the main road goes through the big tunnel). This path immediately climbs extremely steeply, at around 20%. After the first hairpin turn, it becomes a bit more manageable for a while, until you face another steep 20% climb just before the descent. This is quickly followed by the beautiful little tunnel and the technical descent back to the main road toward Malbun. This final section is like a jump run; it gets steeper and steeper along a wide road, a stark contrast to all the beauty you’ve experienced up to this point. The finish line is at the end of the ski village; 100 meters further on, you’ll find a water fountain. You can also climb another kilometer until the paved path ends, but whether you’ll still feel like it after this ordeal…

100% must-do! Wij pakten deze op de reisdag tussen Zwitserland en Oostenrijk. Toch leuk om de zwaarste klim van Liechtenstein af te kunnen strepen. Begin is nog goed te doen door het bos, maar na een paar kilometer kom je bij een open weide waar je met enkele steile haarspeldbochten een voorproefje krijgt van de muur een stuk verderop. Je slaat daar linksaf een klein weggetje in (vlak voordat de doorgaande weg door de grote tunnel gaat). Dit pad gaat direct extreem steil omhoog, tegen de 20%. Na de eerste haarspeldbocht wordt het langere tijd ietsje draaglijker, totdat je vlak voor de afdaling nog even dik 20% voor je kiezen krijgt. Daarna volgt snel het prachtige tunneltje en de technische afdaling terug naar de grote weg richting Malbun. Dit laatste deel is een soort schans; het wordt steeds steiler over een brede weg, een schril contrast met al het moois wat je hiervoor hebt gehad. De finish ligt aan het einde van het skidorp, 100 meter verder kan je naar een watertappunt. Je kunt ook nog een kilometertje verder klimmen totdat het verharde pad ophoudt, maar of je daar nog zin in hebt na deze marteling…

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PeterB53
PeterB53
9 Mo 5.0

Amazing climb. This climb has it all. Meadows, villages, a few cobbled corners, many steep hairpins and breathtaking views. It feels like you can see all of Liechtenstein from this climb, and it is mostly true. The views are amazing and the climb itself is also really beautiful. There are a few cobbled corners near the Castle of Vaduz, but the cobbles are great so it is not much of a hindrace, only a way to make the climb even better.
As can be seen on the profile, the climb is steep all the way (the downhill section is also double digits), especially towards Rotenboden and on the incredibly steep Kulmstraße, which I have reviewed in greater detail here: https://climbfinder.com/en/climbs/kulmstrasse
The tarmac is great, except on Kulmstraße and the following downhill section. I encountered only a few cars (weekend in august), and on the road through Rotenboden the cars have one-way traffic towards you which is also nice.
This climb is definitely a must-do! Not only if you are in the area, if you like climbs or views you have to do this.

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Barni
Barni
1 y 5.0 01:18:00 (6.8 mph)
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Amazing smooth Tarmac great views and a nice climb.

Amazing smooth Tarmac great views and a nice climb.

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden
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Climbing times

5 mph 01:46:47
7 mph 01:15:36
9 mph 00:58:54
12 mph 00:44:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden 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!

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden 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.

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden is 8.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden is 8.8%.

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.7%.

The summit of Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden is at 5253 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:46:47 to climb Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden. At 7 mph the time is 01:15:36, and at 9 mph 00:58:54. For the fastest cyclists, 00:44:15 is an achievable time.

Malbun from Vaduz via Rotenboden is located in the region Oberland in Liechtenstein.

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