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Volterra via Roncolla

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Volterra via Roncolla
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Elevation profile Volterra via Roncolla

Statistics

Difficulty points 227
Length 3.5 mi
Average gradient 6.1%
Steepest segment 10%
Total ascent 1135 ft

Short recap

2 hairpin turns
#16 toughest climb of Pisa
#19 most elevation gain of Pisa
#28 longest climb of Pisa
#80 average steepest climb of Pisa
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Volterra via Roncolla is a climb in the region Pisa. It is 3.5 mi long and bridges 1135 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 227. The top of the ascent is located at 1709 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: Strada Statale 68 di Val Cecina (SS68)

4.0 by jakubp123
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
This climb follows quite a busy road but the views are really cool, especially in the first part before you get into the city. There is a couple of hairpins to look forward to. Surface is very good all the way up. ... read more

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This climb follows quite a busy road but the views are really cool, especially in the first part before you get into the city. There is a couple of hairpins to look forward to. Surface is very good all the way up.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:42:36
7 mph 00:30:10
9 mph 00:23:30
12 mph 00:17:39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Volterra can be cycled from 4 sides. Volterra from Saline di Volterra is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Volterra from Prato d'Era, Volterra via Roncolla & Volterra via Poggio Termine.

Volterra via Roncolla 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!

Volterra via Roncolla 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, Volterra via Roncolla is not a problem.

Volterra via Roncolla is 3.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Volterra via Roncolla is 6.1%.

Volterra via Roncolla has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Volterra via Roncolla is at 1709 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:42:36 to climb Volterra via Roncolla. At 7 mph the time is 00:30:10, and at 9 mph 00:23:30. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:39 is an achievable time.

Volterra via Roncolla is located in the region Pisa in Italy.

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