Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels

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Difficulty points	291
Length	1.9 mi
Average gradient	9.1%
Steepest segment	15.3%
Total ascent	896 ft

Difficulty points

291

Length

1.9 mi

Average gradient

9.1%

Steepest segment

15.3%

Total ascent

896 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

6 hairpin turns

#8 toughest climb of Ardennes

#76 most elevation gain of Ardennes

#66 longest climb of Nature Park Our

#52 average steepest climb of Luxembourg

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The first climb of the Jean Nelisse Classic is right up there with a bang!

Climbing times

5 mph	00:22:27
7 mph	00:15:54
9 mph	00:12:23
12 mph	00:09:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Mont St. Nicholas can be cycled from 2 sides. Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels via Dittegaass is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels.

Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels 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!

Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is not a problem.

Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is 1.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is 9.1%.

Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.3%.

The summit of Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is at 1640 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:22:27 to climb Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels. At 7 mph the time is 00:15:54, and at 9 mph 00:12:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:18 is an achievable time.

Mont St. Nicholas from Bivels is located in the region Nature Park Our in Luxembourg.

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