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Statistics: Passo Stelvio from Prato, Italy Length: 23,6 km / 14,66 miles Elevation Gain: 1840 m / 6038 ft Average Gradient: 8,2% When I think about cycling in the Alps, I think about Passo Stelvio. The climb's 48 switchbacks, its steep 8,2% average gradient, and its
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The Swiss Alps are home to some of the highest Cycling Passes in Europe, and from the Swiss Town of Andermatt, there are 6 accessible Passes all above 2000m / 6562ft. Many of the Passes need no introduction as they are all famous in World Cycling, and are also featured regularly
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Statistics: Tre Cime di Lavaredo from Cortina d'Ampezzo Length: 22,36 km / 13,90 miles Elevation Gain: 1360 m / 4461 ft Average Gradient: 5% Tre Cime di Lavaredo or Drei Zinnen in German is without a doubt one of the most beautiful climbs in the World. The Italian
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Statistics - Col du Galibier Length - 34,8 km / 21,6 miles Elevation Gain - 2085 m / 6840 ft Average Gradient - 6% The Col du Galibier should need no introduction as it has been featured 64x in the Tour de France. Standing at a height of 2642m, the
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Statistics - Passo del Mortirolo from Mazzo di Valtellina, Italy Length - 12,2km / 7,6 miles Elevation Gain - 1326m / 4350ft Average Gradient - 10,8% The Mortirolo is a giant in World Cycling. It is not the longest or the highest climb, but it is one of the
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1. The Dolomites, Italy The Dolomites are in my opinion the most beautiful mountains in the Alps. If you love climbing and the mountains, the Dolomites are the best place in the world to ride your bike. The local food, wine, and hotels are also world-class in the Dolomites. Some
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1. Passo dello Stelvio from Prato, Italy Statistics: Distance: 14,66 miles / 23,59 km Elevation Gain: 6038 feet / 1840 m Average Gradient: 8,2% Strava Segment: https://strava.app.link/POnNTyVU40b Hotel Recommendation: https://www.zum-goldnen-adler.com/en/ Pro Tip: Make sure to book the Breakfast and Dinner at