Italy · Alps
Piancavallo
A well-known cycling climb in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy. Features prominently in the Giro d'Italia.
- Length
- 16.7 km
- Avg gradient
- 6.8%
- Max gradient
- 14%
- Elevation gain
- 1,129 m
- Summit
- 1,289 m
- Hairpins
- 27
Versants
- From Aviano — 16.7 km at 6.8% (max 14%)
History
Piancavallo is an Italian Alpine climb in the Julian Alps with steep ramps and challenging gradients. The ascent features consistent difficulty and is used in professional racing.
The road is narrow and technically demanding with tight switchbacks. The altitude is significant and the scenery includes dramatic mountain peaks.
The climb has been used in the Giro d'Italia and is a benchmark climb for serious cyclists in the region.