Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia

Monte del Pilastro can be cycled from 3 sides. Monte del Pilastro from Viano is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monte del Pilastro from Regnano & Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia.

You don't need special gearing for Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia 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!

Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia is 5.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia is 5%.

Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.2%.

The summit of Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia is at 1844 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:03:04 to climb Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia. At 7 mph the time is 00:44:38, and at 9 mph 00:34:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:26:08 is an achievable time.

Monte del Pilastro from La Vecchia is located in the region Reggio Emilia in Italy.