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Monte Generoso from Mendrisio

4.1
8 reviews | Elevation profile | 21 photos
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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Elevation profile Monte Generoso from Mendrisio

Statistics

Difficulty points 725
Length 6.3 mi
Average gradient 8%
Steepest segment 14.1%
Total ascent 2641 ft

Short recap

14 hairpin turns
#44 toughest climb of Tessin
#40 most elevation gain of Tessin
#45 longest climb of Tessin
#56 average steepest climb of Tessin
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Monte Generoso from Mendrisio is a climb in the region Tessin. It is 6.3 mi long and bridges 2641 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 725. The top of the ascent is located at 3819 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 8 reviews of this climb and uploaded 21 photos.

Road names: Via Industria, Via Stradone, Via Lunga, Via Lunga & Alpe di Mendrisio

4.0 by mg78
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Italian.
climb of medium difficulty without extreme peaks in gradient but always between 9 and 10% you leave Mendrisio and then into the forest and travel in parallel with the railway to the top of the Generous Mountain.... read more

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Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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Reviews (8)

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mg78
6 Mo 4.0
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climb of medium difficulty without extreme peaks in gradient but always between 9 and 10% you leave Mendrisio and then into the forest and travel in parallel with the railway to the top of the Generous Mountain.

salita di media difficoltà senza picchi di pendenza estremi ma sempre tra il 9 e 10% si esce da Mendrisio e poi dentro nel bosco e si viaggia in parallelo con la ferrovia che arriva in cima al monte generoso.

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Daphne88
7 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app
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Ridden this climb in October. Definitely worthwhile for the autumn colours alone. You pass 2 small villages with regular clear views over the valley. Then the road winds into the forest and the views diminish. Climb is fairly constant and asphalt is of reasonable quality.

Deze klim in oktober gereden. Alleen voor de herfstkleuren zeker al de moeite. Je passeert 2 kleine dorpjes waarbij je ook regelmatig vrij uitzicht hebt over de vallei. Daarna kronkelt de weg het bos in en verminderd het uitzicht. Klim is redelijk constant en asfalt is van redelijke kwaliteit.

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Yarir333
8 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app
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Besides the first 500m, it is an easy climb. Very low traffic, lots of forest so it is not too hot. Pavement is bad for going down and there is really no view with a road bike, but it is still a fun climb.

Besides the first 500m, it is an easy climb. Very low traffic, lots of forest so it is not too Hot. Pavement is Bad for going down and there is really no view with a Road bike, but it is still a fun climb.

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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esseci
1 y 4.0 01:12:00 (5.2 mph)
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You do not actually reach the summit of Monte Generoso, but stop at around 1,200 metres above sea level where a dirt road to Bellavista with the cog railway station begins. A small asphalted road leads to a panoramic ridge overlooking the Mendrisiotto and the province of Varese. The climb begins at the roundabout in Via Industria (climb of the "acquafresca" made in the 2008 World Cycling Championships) and attacks hard (over 10% to the junction for Salorino. In the hamlet the gradients soften, but as soon as the town is over, the climb begins again at 7-8% to Somazzo. After leaving this hamlet there are still 7km to go before the end of the climb, we enter the woods and at the railway cogwheel track the gradients become hard (10-12%) for significant stretches. The climb remains regular in its hardness, with a good road surface and rather narrow sections that make it difficult to overtake cars. The slope softens in the last 300-400m at the beginning of the car park. There are several fountains along the route: 1 is at Somazzo in the one-way section regulated by traffic lights, 1 near the railway station and 1 more or less halfway up the summit car park on the right (for those going uphill). Deserving ascent

In realtà non si raggiunge la vetta del Monte Generoso ma ci si ferma a circa 1200 mslm dove inizia una sterrata per Bellavista con la stazione della ferrovia a cremagliera. Si può proseguire per una stradina asfaltata che permette di raggiungere un crinale panoramico sul Mendrisiotto e la provincia di Varese. La salita inizia alla rotonda di Via Industria (salita dell'acquafresca fatta nei mondiali di ciclismo del 2008) e attacca dura (oltre 10% fino al bivio per Salorino. Nella frazione le pendenze si attenuano ma appena terminato l'abitato si riprende a salire al 7-8% fino a Somazzo. Usciti da questa frazione mancano ancora 7km al termine della salita, si entra nel bosco e in corrispondenza dell'affiancamento alla ferrovia a cremagliera le pendenze diventano dure (10-12%) per tratti significativi. La salita resta regolare nella sua durezza, con buon fondo stradale e con tratti piuttosto stretti che rende difficoltosi il sorpasso di autoveicoli. La pendenza si attenua negli ultimi 300-400m in corrispondenza dell'inizio del parcheggio auto. Ci sono diverse fontane lungo il percorso: 1 è a Somazzo nel tratto a senso unico regolato dai semafori, 1 nei pressi della stazioncina della ferrovia e 1 più o meno a metà del parcheggio sommitale sulla destra (per chi sale). Salita che merita

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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PierfrancoF
1 y 5.0 00:54:27 (6.9 mph)
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Very beautiful climb with a hard start. Constant intensity up to the summit with no breaks in rhythm. Asphalt more treacherous on the descent than on the ascent. Tackled on a public holiday so with fairly heavy vehicular traffic.

Salita molto bella con inizio duro. Intensita costante fino alla sommità senza strappi che rompono il ritmo. Asfalto più insidioso in discesa che in salita. Affrontata in un festivo quindi con traffico veicolare abbastanza intenso.

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio
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fibert30
1 y 5.0 via the Climbfinder app
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Tough and long climb. It never leaves you breathless. The view at the top is absent. You descend by the same route.

Salita dura e lunga. Non lascia mai respiro. Il panorama in cima è assente. Si scende dalla stessa strada.

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massirigo
1 y 4.0
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The first four hairpin bends get your heart rate soaring immediately and leave you breathless. The middle section is rideable but the gradient never drops below 8% with many sections at 12/13%. The forest part is very cool, you can reach your own pace.
At the top you have to ditch the road bike and do a walking part.

I primi 4 tornanti fanno impennare la frequenza cardiaca da subito e non ti lasciano fiato. La parte centrale è pedalabile ma la pendenza non molla mai sotto l’8% con molti tratti al 12/13%. Molto fresco la parte nel bosco, si può raggiungere il proprio ritmo.
In cima per il belvedere bisogna mollare la bici da corsa e fare una parte piedi.

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Stefano.1980
2 y 3.0
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An ascent to be made at least once, it proceeds fairly smoothly with gradients that keep the legs tense. You start in the village and slowly you are immersed in the forest, I recommend riding it in the morning in summer (for the coolness and to find less traffic).
The asphalt is well maintained, there are some viewpoints along the way, but in general the panorama is absent, you should take a dirt diversions to reach the belvedere.

Salita da fare almeno una volta, procede abbastanza regolare con pendenze che tengono le gambe in tensione. Si parte dal paese e piano piano si é immersi nel bosco, consiglio di percorrerla al mattino d’estate (per il fresco e per trovare meno traffico).
Asfalto ben tenuto, lungo il tragitto ci sono dei punti panoramici, ma in generale il panorama é assente, bisognerebbe fare una deviazione sterrata per arrivare al belvedere.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:15:51
7 mph 00:53:42
9 mph 00:41:51
12 mph 00:31:26

Road surface condition

57% 43% 0%
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Traffic

69% 25% 6%
Based on 16 votes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio 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!

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio 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.

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio is 6.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Monte Generoso from Mendrisio is 8%.

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.1%.

The summit of Monte Generoso from Mendrisio is at 3819 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:15:51 to climb Monte Generoso from Mendrisio. At 7 mph the time is 00:53:42, and at 9 mph 00:41:51. For the fastest cyclists, 00:31:26 is an achievable time.

Monte Generoso from Mendrisio is located in the region Tessin in Switzerland.

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