Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco

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Difficulty points	881
Length	16.7 mi
Average gradient	5%
Steepest segment	12.5%
Total ascent	4400 ft

Difficulty points

881

Length

16.7 mi

Average gradient

Steepest segment

12.5%

Total ascent

4400 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

23 hairpin turns

#74 toughest climb of Sondrio

#32 most elevation gain of Lombardy

#92 longest climb of Italy

Photos (5)

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco

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Beautiful climb along the beautiful Val Malenco, one of the most beautiful in Valtellina.
Quite a long climb but without any impossible slopes, ideal for enjoying the valley especially from Chiesa onwards.
You can combine it with the splendid climb to the Campo Moro lakes.
Possibility of refreshments at the finish.
Water fountain at Chiesa and San Giuseppe.

Climbing times

5 mph	03:21:23
7 mph	02:22:34
9 mph	01:51:06
12 mph	01:23:28

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pian del Lupo can be cycled from 2 sides. Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Vassalini is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco.

You don't need special gearing for Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco. 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.

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco 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.

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco is 16.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco is 5%.

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.5%.

The summit of Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco is at 5367 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:21:23 to climb Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco. At 7 mph the time is 02:22:34, and at 9 mph 01:51:06. For the fastest cyclists, 01:23:28 is an achievable time.

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco is located in the region Sondrio in Italy.

Pian del Lupo from Sondrio via Chiesa in Valmalenco

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