Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona

Statistics

Difficulty points	466
Length	12.3 mi
Average gradient	4.5%
Steepest segment	9.3%
Total ascent	2923 ft

Difficulty points

466

Length

12.3 mi

Average gradient

4.5%

Steepest segment

9.3%

Total ascent

2923 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

23 hairpin turns

#49 toughest climb of Abruzzo

#29 most elevation gain of Abruzzo

#90 longest climb of Apennines

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The SS487 above Pacentro was closed in 2017 after a mountain pine fire on the steep slopes. Does anyone know if it is legally passable again?

Climbing times

5 mph	02:28:17
7 mph	01:44:59
9 mph	01:21:48
12 mph	01:01:28

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passo San Leonardo can be cycled from 2 sides. Passo San Leonardo from Scafa is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona.

You don't need special gearing for Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona. 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 San Leonardo from Sulmona 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 San Leonardo from Sulmona is 12.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona is 4.5%.

Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.3%.

The summit of Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona is at 4206 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:28:17 to climb Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona. At 7 mph the time is 01:44:59, and at 9 mph 01:21:48. For the fastest cyclists, 01:01:28 is an achievable time.

Passo San Leonardo from Sulmona is located in the region L'Aquila in Italy.

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