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Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino

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Elevation profile Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino

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Difficulty points 871
Length 3.9 mi
Average gradient 10.7%
Steepest segment 23.7%
Total ascent 2221 ft

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20 hairpin turns
#54 toughest climb of Piedmont
#37 most elevation gain of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
#43 longest climb of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
#67 average steepest climb of Piedmont
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Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino is a climb in the region Verbano-Cusio-Ossola. It is 3.9 mi long and bridges 2221 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 10.7%, resulting in a difficulty score of 871. The top of the ascent is located at 2884 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

Road names: Via Bellavista & Via San Martino

5.0 by Johannes26
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: German.
The tour begins with the approach to Nizzolino via the busy lakeside road on Lake Maggiore (altitude approx. 200 m). As soon as you take the junction, however, the traffic is suddenly over - from here on, there are almost only residents, feeder vehicles and a few guests on the road. The gradient remains moderate at first, between 7 and 9%, and the route is varied: Italian villas, well-tended front gardens, short shady passages. After a few kilometers you reach Ronco, shortly afterwards Campeglio... read more

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The tour begins with the approach to Nizzolino via the busy lakeside road on Lake Maggiore (altitude approx. 200 m). As soon as you take the junction, however, the traffic is suddenly over - from here on, there are almost only residents, feeder vehicles and a few guests on the road.
The gradient remains moderate at first, between 7 and 9%, and the route is varied: Italian villas, well-tended front gardens, short shady passages. After a few kilometers you reach Ronco, shortly afterwards Campeglio. This is followed by four hairpin bends before you reach the beginning of Sant'Agata - which you leave to the left. Pass the large parking lot on the left and immediately turn right towards Cinzago.
Take the narrow road 472 through Socrago (only a few houses). Shortly before Cinzago, turn left again. Two short stretches without tarmac - a coarsely packed stone surface - are absolutely no problem for gravel, but can only be ridden with a little caution on a road bike.
Then things get serious: around 2 km with an 8-14% gradient and four more hairpin bends lead through the forest. From an altitude of around 720 m, the key section awaits: a passage with a gradient of almost 25%, which stretches up to around 770 m. At the top end, there is a sharp left-hand bend - ideal for a short stop to calm your pulse.
The finale offers only a "relaxing" 15-17% below the houses of Monti Marcalone. Finally, you reach the small junction and the slight elevation that marks Monti Marcalone.
It's worth taking a break here: fantastic views of Lake Maggiore, a peaceful atmosphere and a perfect place to recharge your batteries.

Die Tour beginnt mit der Anfahrt nach Nizzolino über die viel befahrene Uferstraße am Lago Maggiore (Höhe ca. 200 m). Sobald man den Abzweig nimmt, ist der Verkehr jedoch schlagartig vorbei – ab hier sind fast nur noch Anwohner, Zubringerfahrzeuge und ein paar Gäste unterwegs.
Die Steigung bleibt zunächst moderat zwischen 7 und 9 %, die Strecke abwechslungsreich: italienische Villen, gepflegte Vorgärten, kurze Schattenpassagen. Nach wenigen Kilometern erreicht man Ronco, kurz darauf Campeglio. Anschließend folgen vier Kehren, bevor man den Ortsanfang von Sant’Agata erreicht – den man allerdings links liegen lässt. Beim großen Parkplatz führt man links vorbei und biegt gleich rechts Richtung Cinzago ab.
Auf der schmalen Straße 472 geht es durch Socrago (nur wenige Häuser). Kurz vor Cinzago zweigt man erneut links ab. Zwei kurze Abschnitte ohne Asphalt – grob festgefahrener Steinbelag – sind für Gravel absolut problemlos, mit dem Rennrad aber nur mit etwas Vorsicht zu fahren.
Dann wird es ernst: Rund 2 km mit 8–14 % Steigung und vier weiteren Kehren führen durch den Wald. Ab etwa 720 m Höhe wartet die Schlüsselstelle: eine Passage bis knapp 25 %, die sich bis auf rund 770 m zieht. Am oberen Ende befindet sich eine scharfe Linkskurve – ideal für einen kurzen Stopp, um den Puls wieder zu beruhigen.
Das Finale bietet nur noch “erholsame” 15–17 % unterhalb der Häuser von Monti Marcalone. Schließlich erreicht man den kleinen Abzweig und die leichte Erhebung, die den Monti Marcalone markiert.
Hier lohnt sich eine Pause: Fantastische Aussicht auf den Lago Maggiore, ruhige Atmosphäre und ein perfekter Platz, um Kräfte zu sammeln.

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:47:31
7 mph 00:33:38
9 mph 00:26:13
12 mph 00:19:42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino 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!

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino 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.

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino is 3.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino is 10.7%.

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.7%.

The summit of Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino is at 2884 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:47:31 to climb Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino. At 7 mph the time is 00:33:38, and at 9 mph 00:26:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:19:42 is an achievable time.

Monti Marcalone from Nizzolino is located in the region Verbano-Cusio-Ossola in Italy.

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