One of the highlights every time it’s used in the Giro d’Italia, the steep, narrow roads of the Monte Zoncolan and its many tunnels make it an icon of European cycling. ![]() Annemiek van Vleuten and Chris Froome were the last to conquer the mighty Zoncolan in the Giro Rosa and Giro d’Italia respectively, which gives you an idea of the sort of legs you’ll need to get to the top.Įlevation gain: 1,049m Alto de L’Angliru Bring your compact gearing for the Angliru First used at the Giro in 2003, the climb has quickly become legendary in the race’s history. Spain has quite possibly the largest percentage of steep climbs in all of Europe. The Angliru is no different and with punishing sections of up to 21%, it often acts as the General Classification decider at the Vuelta a España.Įlevation gain: 1,448m Passo del Mortirolo Bring your 'A game' when climbing the Mortirolo They are maybe not as picturesque as the Pyrenees or Alps, but the mountains of north-west Spain are arguably the toughest in all of Europe. The Passo del Mortirolo is one of the most famous non-summit finishes in the world as it is often used as the midpoint of key Giro Alpine stages. Beautiful, steep but rewarding, even Lance Armstrong called it the hardest climb he had ever ridden, and he had quite the helping hand.Įlevation gain: 1,235m Hardknott Pass Treat yourself to some of Yorkshire's best views You can tackle the legendary climb in the Gran Fondo Stelvio, where you will be met by sections of up to 30%. One that is a little closer to home and can be tackled at any time of year is Hardknott Pass in Cumbria. Its greatest insult comes right at the foot of the climb where a cattle grid completely knocks out any of your speed and momentum. ![]() An exposed climb, it boasts some of Cumbria’s very best views, and you’ll no doubt also be graced by all the weather the county has to offer.Įlevation gain: 301m Passo dello Stelvio The Stelvio is a firm favourite here at Pedalsure (Credit: Daniel Hughes) You’re then chucked into the thick of it with a section of steep hairpin bends not dissimilar to what you might find on a Dolomite.
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