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Værskei from Forset

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Værskei from Forset
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Difficulty points 602
Length 5.8 mi
Average gradient 7.2%
Steepest segment 18%
Total ascent 2201 ft

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Beautiful scenery
13 hairpin turns
#41 toughest climb of Norway
#41 most elevation gain of Norway
#65 longest climb of Norway
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Værskei from Forset is a climb in the region Norwegian Fjords. It is 5.8 mi long and bridges 2201 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 602. The top of the ascent is located at 3159 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 2 reviews of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: Forsetseterlia & Vestfjellvegen

4.0 by johs78
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
A climb that is quite hard in some parts. Provides a great view of the valley and the terrain.... read more

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johs78
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9 Mo 4.0 via the Climbfinder app

A climb that is quite hard in some parts. Provides a great view of the valley and the terrain.

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JonasSommarset
JonasSommarset premium
2 y 4.0 00:41:00 (8.5 mph)

This climb is more challenging than it looks on paper. The first half features alot of small hairpins and unlike modern hairpins, these are steeper than the parts in between..! It's an old road seemingly just layed out in the terrain as it is, with no attempt at smoothening the incline. The lower part passes by several farms and open fields giving quite nice views over the valley. The middle part goes through a forest, before it opens up again near the top. You never really pass the treeline here, but the vegetation becomes quite low. On the top awaits a beautiful view into the Synnfjell-area (photo), and a kafe (not open in late autumn, but usually open in weekends++ in winter-summer)

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:09:59
7 mph 00:49:33
9 mph 00:38:37
12 mph 00:29:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

Værskei from Forset 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!

Værskei from Forset 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.

Værskei from Forset is 5.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Værskei from Forset is 7.2%.

Værskei from Forset has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18%.

The summit of Værskei from Forset is at 3159 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:09:59 to climb Værskei from Forset. At 7 mph the time is 00:49:33, and at 9 mph 00:38:37. For the fastest cyclists, 00:29:00 is an achievable time.

Værskei from Forset is located in the region in Norway.

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