Monte Mercurio from Ranchio

Monte Mercurio can be cycled from 4 sides. Monte Mercurio from San Romano is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monte Mercurio from Ranchio, Monte Mercurio from Piavola & Monte Mercurio from Giaggiolo.

Monte Mercurio from Ranchio 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 Mercurio from Ranchio 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, Monte Mercurio from Ranchio is not a problem.

Monte Mercurio from Ranchio is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Monte Mercurio from Ranchio is 7.1%.

Monte Mercurio from Ranchio has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.6%.

The summit of Monte Mercurio from Ranchio is at 2192 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:37:13 to climb Monte Mercurio from Ranchio. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:21, and at 9 mph 00:20:32. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:25 is an achievable time.

Monte Mercurio from Ranchio is located in the region Forlì-Cesena in Italy.