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Stockeu via Route de Somagne

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Statistics

Difficulty points 213
Length 1.6 mi
Average gradient 8.6%
Steepest segment 14.5%
Total ascent 745 ft

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#18 toughest climb of Belgium
#100 most elevation gain of Wallonia
#33 average steepest climb of Valleys of the Vesdre, de l'Amblève et de l'Ourthe
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Stockeu via Route de Somagne is a climb in the region Valleys of the Vesdre, de l'Amblève et de l'Ourthe. It is 1.6 mi long and bridges 745 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 213. The top of the ascent is located at 1657 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Chemin du Château, Route de Somagne & Somagne

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Longer variant of the Stockeu which keeps the percentages a little more bearable, although the climb does start out firmly on a rough road surface.... read more

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Longer variant of the Stockeu which keeps the percentages a little more bearable, although the climb does start out firmly on a rough road surface.

Langere variant van de Stockeu waardoor de percentages iets draaglijker blijven, al begint de klim wel stevig op een ruw wegdek.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:19:48
7 mph 00:14:01
9 mph 00:10:55
12 mph 00:08:12

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stockeu can be cycled from 4 sides. Stockeu is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Stockeu via Route de Somagne, Somagne from Stavelot & Stockeu via Hénumont.

Stockeu via Route de Somagne 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!

Stockeu via Route de Somagne 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, Stockeu via Route de Somagne is not a problem.

Stockeu via Route de Somagne is 1.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Stockeu via Route de Somagne is 8.6%.

Stockeu via Route de Somagne has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Stockeu via Route de Somagne is at 1657 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:19:48 to climb Stockeu via Route de Somagne. At 7 mph the time is 00:14:01, and at 9 mph 00:10:55. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:12 is an achievable time.

Stockeu via Route de Somagne is located in the region Valleys of the Vesdre, de l'Amblève et de l'Ourthe in Belgium.

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