Passo di Pradarena via Carù

Statistics

Difficulty points	821
Length	18.2 mi
Average gradient	4.3%
Steepest segment	12.1%
Total ascent	4131 ft

Difficulty points

821

Length

18.2 mi

Average gradient

4.3%

Steepest segment

12.1%

Total ascent

4131 ft

Short recap

27 hairpin turns

#68 toughest climb of Apennines

#23 most elevation gain of Apennines

#57 longest climb of Italy

#40 average steepest climb of Reggio Emilia

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Ascent that in places gives nice views but is often in the woods (especially the first part)

VittoR20

7 Mo 5.0 via the Climbfinder app

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Very nice climb, after Ligonchio the road climbs for 2/3 km. Perfect new asphalt, wide road, 0 traffic

Climbing times

5 mph	03:39:42
7 mph	02:35:32
9 mph	02:01:12
12 mph	01:31:04

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passo di Pradarena can be cycled from 6 sides. Passo di Pradarena from Collagna is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Passo di Pradarena via Caprile, Passo di Pradarena via Via della Fossa, Passo di Pradarena via Carù, Passo di Pradarena from Villa Minozzo & Passo di Pradarena from Piazza al Serchio.

You don't need special gearing for Passo di Pradarena via Carù. 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.

Passo di Pradarena via Carù 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.

Passo di Pradarena via Carù is 18.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Passo di Pradarena via Carù is 4.3%.

Passo di Pradarena via Carù has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.1%.

The summit of Passo di Pradarena via Carù is at 5167 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:39:42 to climb Passo di Pradarena via Carù. At 7 mph the time is 02:35:32, and at 9 mph 02:01:12. For the fastest cyclists, 01:31:04 is an achievable time.

Passo di Pradarena via Carù is located in the region Reggio Emilia in Italy.

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