Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure

Statistics

Difficulty points	452
Length	8.9 mi
Average gradient	4.9%
Steepest segment	13.8%
Total ascent	2300 ft

Difficulty points

452

Length

8.9 mi

Average gradient

4.9%

Steepest segment

13.8%

Total ascent

2300 ft

Short recap

9 hairpin turns

#98 toughest climb of Liguria

#65 most elevation gain of Liguria

#47 longest climb of Liguria

#50 average steepest climb of La Spezia

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Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure

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Nice climb in the middle of the green. Not steep but long. Arrived at the top you reach the Bocco pass.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:47:41
7 mph	01:16:14
9 mph	00:59:25
12 mph	00:44:38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Valico di Monte Pollano can be cycled from 2 sides. Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Valico di Monte Pollano from Passo del Bocco.

You don't need special gearing for Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure. 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.

Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure 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!

Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure is 8.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure is 4.9%.

Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.8%.

The summit of Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure is at 3458 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:47:41 to climb Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure. At 7 mph the time is 01:16:14, and at 9 mph 00:59:25. For the fastest cyclists, 00:44:38 is an achievable time.

Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure is located in the region La Spezia in Italy.

Valico di Monte Pollano from Varese Ligure

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