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The Ultimate Climbing Challenge
A road cycling route starting from Gratwein
An epic and demanding route for experienced climbers
![Map miniature of "The Ultimate Climbing Challenge" cycling inspiration in Steiermark, Austria. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/austria/steiermark/gratwein/road/353230.webp)
Prepare yourself for the ultimate climbing challenge near Gratwein-Straßengel. This route covers a distance of 123 kilometers and includes a daunting ascent of 3260 meters. Suitable for experienced cyclists only, it takes you through hilly landscapes and offers stunning vistas along the way. Highlights include the historic Sankt Veiter Schlössl, the majestic Burg Ehrenfels, and the challenging Rabnitzberg. As you continue your journey, you'll conquer the Teichalm, an iconic cycling spot, and reach the summit of Sankt Erhard with its panoramic views. The route also takes you to the Tonneggerkogel, a challenging climb, and the quaint village of Fladnitz an der Teichalm. Finally, you can test your abilities on the demanding Windhofkogel and Weißeck climbs, before returning to Gratwein.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Gratwein:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Strassengel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/strassengel-5.webp)
![Image of Judendorf](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/judendorf-5.webp)
![Image of Kirchenviertel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/kirchenviertel-4.webp)
![Image of Gratkorn](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/gratkorn-4.webp)
![Image of Thal](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/thal-5.webp)
![Image of Gösting](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/goesting-5.webp)
![Image of Eggenberg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/eggenberg-4.webp)
![Image of Andritz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/andritz-5.webp)
![Image of Lend](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/lend-3.webp)