Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid

Rahms can be cycled from 2 sides. Rahms from Niederhoppen is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid.

Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid 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!

Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is not a problem.

Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is 1.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is 6.2%.

Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.4%.

The summit of Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is at 1017 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:23:04 to climb Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid. At 7 mph the time is 00:16:20, and at 9 mph 00:12:43. For the fastest cyclists, 00:09:33 is an achievable time.

Rahms from Niederhoppen via Strauscheid is located in the region Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany.