35.6
PDI
6.2 mi
DISTANCE
3,771 ft
GAINED
11.7 %
AVG. GRADE
FULL CLIMB STATS
INTRO
Cycling Monte Zoncolan from Ovaro - World Bike Climb #45, one of the most difficult climbs in Italy and the world. The bike climb from Ovaro is the most popular of the three routes to Monte Zoncolan and is one of the most famous of Italian bike climbs. This is the only climb in the world we are aware of with informational posters of professional cyclists who have done special things on its mountain during a Grand Tour (see Full Summary for photos of each kilometer sign).
PLAN YOUR ROUTE
We've partnered with Sherpa-Map.com to bring you the best route planning tool. With a PRO Membership you can use this climb as a reference when creating your route. Zoncolan is ALL about gradient! Ride 9.9 kilometers gaining 1,157 meters at 11.8% average grade. 46% of the climb is at 10-15%, 22% at 15-20% and 1% at ≥ 20%. The steepest 500 meters is 18.2% and steepest kilometer 16.9%.
See more details and tools regarding this climb's grade via the “Profile Tool” button above.
Roadway: Narrow 2 lane pave road in excellent condition. Trees are cut along the roadway so film crews in helicopters have a better view of cyclists on the Giro.
Traffic: Mild.
Parking: There is not a lot of parking in Ovaro. Try the one public parking lot in town just before the turn off to the climb start - Map; Street View. If that is not available, try the Parrocchia della SS. Trinità on the hill 500 meters from climb start (unless you are starting your climb Saturday evening or Sunday morning) - Map; Street View.
Provisions: There will likely be a water cart with some memorabilia, water and snacks at the parking lot at the top of the climb.
Gear: This is one of the steepest bike climbs you are likely ever to encounter. Do bring the gearing that fits your ability.
Before heading out on any cycling adventure check out our Things to Bring on a Cycling Trip and use our interactive check list to ensure you don't forget anything.
Seriously consider riding the other two routes up to the summit, particularly Monte Zoncolan (Priola) which is truly an epic climb. Also consider riding to Passo della Forcella 2 kilometers north and riding that 9 kilometer 14.4% World #12 climb.
Use the “Routes in Area” button on the menu bar above to see other bike climbs in this area.
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andrewwhittaker43
Accommodation near the base of the climb( line very close) September 2024. Any suggestions? When I contacted some providers they seemed either not interested or deliberately expensive
grock333
This climb is sustained for long stretches at 14% plus. Gearing is critical. Taking the easier stretches (10%) slowly is life saving. My computer was constantly shutting off due to going slower than 3mph! If you have the legs descend the other side to the valley bottom, turn around and do the double. I wore out brand new brake pads in a single day!
