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Mergoscia from Tenero

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4 reviews | Elevation profile | 9 photos
Mergoscia from Tenero
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Elevation profile Mergoscia from Tenero

Statistics

Difficulty points 386
Length 5.1 mi
Average gradient 6.3%
Steepest segment 15.1%
Total ascent 1690 ft

Short recap

14 hairpin turns
#83 toughest climb of Tessin
#74 most elevation gain of Tessin
#56 longest climb of Tessin
#87 average steepest climb of Tessin
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Mergoscia from Tenero is a climb in the region Tessin. It is 5.1 mi long and bridges 1690 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 386. The top of the ascent is located at 2428 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 4 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road names: Via Contra, Via Contra & Via Cantonale

3.0 by matteob81
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Not a very hard climb with some slightly steeper sections immediately after Contra and where the old road passes (it is advisable to avoid the tunnel). The finish is near the church of Mergoscia, visible (for film buffs) in the first few seconds of the James Bond film “Goldeneye”.... read more

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Reviews (4)

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Fedebici
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4 Mo 3.0
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Of all the beautiful climbs in the area, this is definitely the least beautiful. Done coming in from Bre', not super hard Except for the two km that rip right of the tunnel. Beautiful view , not like others. Quite icy in some sections.

Tra tutte le belle salite in zona, questa è decisamente la meno bella. Fatta arrivando dal Bre', non super dura Tranne i due km che strappano a destra della galleria. Vista bella , non come altre. Abbastanza gelata in alcuni tratti

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matteob81
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1 y 3.0

Not a very hard climb with some slightly steeper sections immediately after Contra and where the old road passes (it is advisable to avoid the tunnel). The finish is near the church of Mergoscia, visible (for film buffs) in the first few seconds of the James Bond film “Goldeneye”.

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GilMtb-Road
GilMtb-Road
1 y 4.0 02:00:00 (2.6 mph)
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The road is challenging in places but not too much, the final destination is a beautiful view, definitely worth it

Strada a tratti impegnativa ma non troppo, la destinazione finale si ha una bellissima vista, ne vale assolutamente la pena

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maxrol20
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2 y 3.0
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Avoid the narrow, icy tunnel: the old road carved into the rock is perfectly permissible and bikeable. Nice view of the lake.

Evitate la galleria stretta e gelida: la vecchia strada intagliata nella roccia è perfettamente permessa e percorribile dalle bici. Bel colpo d'occhio a picco sul lago.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:01:43
7 mph 00:43:41
9 mph 00:34:03
12 mph 00:25:35

Road surface condition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mergoscia from Tenero 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!

Mergoscia from Tenero is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Mergoscia from Tenero is 5.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Mergoscia from Tenero is 6.3%.

Mergoscia from Tenero has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.1%.

The summit of Mergoscia from Tenero is at 2428 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:01:43 to climb Mergoscia from Tenero. At 7 mph the time is 00:43:41, and at 9 mph 00:34:03. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:35 is an achievable time.

Mergoscia from Tenero is located in the region Tessin in Switzerland.

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