Passo di San Michele from Nasca

Statistics

Difficulty points	527
Length	4.6 mi
Average gradient	7.9%
Steepest segment	13.2%
Total ascent	1926 ft

Difficulty points

527

Length

4.6 mi

Average gradient

7.9%

Steepest segment

13.2%

Total ascent

1926 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

#16 toughest climb of Varese

#17 most elevation gain of Varese

#20 longest climb of Varese

#71 average steepest climb of Varese

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Narrow road beware of incoming traffic specially whil decending. Othewise good climb. Nice pavement.

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Third way up the San Michele pass, perhaps the most beautiful. The ascent from Nasca to San Antonio is spectacular, with a lush landscape of forest-covered mountains that makes you feel as if you are in Reunion...

Climbing times

5 mph	00:55:32
7 mph	00:39:19
9 mph	00:30:38
12 mph	00:23:01

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passo di San Michele can be cycled from 3 sides. Passo di San Michele from Nasca is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Passo di San Michele from Casalzuigno & Passo di San Michele from Grantola.

Passo di San Michele from Nasca 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!

Passo di San Michele from Nasca 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!

Passo di San Michele from Nasca is 4.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Passo di San Michele from Nasca is 7.9%.

Passo di San Michele from Nasca has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.2%.

The summit of Passo di San Michele from Nasca is at 2877 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:55:32 to climb Passo di San Michele from Nasca. At 7 mph the time is 00:39:19, and at 9 mph 00:30:38. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:01 is an achievable time.

Passo di San Michele from Nasca is located in the region Varese in Italy.

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