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Medeglia from Bironico

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Elevation profile Medeglia from Bironico

Statistics

Difficulty points 637
Length 4.3 mi
Average gradient 8.9%
Steepest segment 23.1%
Total ascent 1998 ft

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12 hairpin turns
#54 toughest climb of Tessin
#59 most elevation gain of Tessin
#66 longest climb of Tessin
#37 average steepest climb of Tessin
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Medeglia from Bironico is a climb in the region Tessin. It is 4.3 mi long and bridges 1998 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 637. The top of the ascent is located at 3425 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Via Monda & Strada Patriziale Medeglia

3.0 by hayflickus
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
The name of this climb should be "Monti di Medeglia", as Medeglia is the village below and the name of the commune. Fortunately, the road at the end is just wide enough to pass a car without having to stop. Towards the end, the A Bösciur area is very beautiful, ideal for a family picnic...... read more

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The name of this climb should be "Monti di Medeglia", as Medeglia is the village below and the name of the commune.
Fortunately, the road at the end is just wide enough to pass a car without having to stop.
Towards the end, the A Bösciur area is very beautiful, ideal for a family picnic...

The name of this climb should be "Monti di Medeglia", as Medeglia is the village below and the name of the commune.
Fortunately, the road at the end is just wide enough to pass a car without having to stop.
Towards the end, the A Bösciur area is very beautiful, ideal for a family picnic..

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:51:18
7 mph 00:36:19
9 mph 00:28:18
12 mph 00:21:16

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Frequently Asked Questions

Medeglia from Bironico 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!

Medeglia from Bironico 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.

Medeglia from Bironico is 4.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Medeglia from Bironico is 8.9%.

Medeglia from Bironico has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.1%.

The summit of Medeglia from Bironico is at 3425 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:51:18 to climb Medeglia from Bironico. At 7 mph the time is 00:36:19, and at 9 mph 00:28:18. For the fastest cyclists, 00:21:16 is an achievable time.

Medeglia from Bironico is located in the region Tessin in Switzerland.

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