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Climbers' Delight
A gravel cycling route starting from Savona
Experience the joy of climbing in a short, intense route.
Map
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The Climbers' Delight route is perfect for cyclists looking for a challenging climb near Savona. With a distance of 34 kilometers and an ascent of 1166 meters, this route offers an intense climbing experience in a shorter distance. Highlights along the way include Monte Cucco, a mountain that tests your climbing skills, as well as Oltreletimbro, offering stunning views from its summit. The route ends in Albisola Superiore, where you can relax and unwind after the climb.
gravel
34 km
1166 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Savona City centerSavona: Cycling paradise with breathtaking coastal routes and historic charm.
Located in the Liguria region of Italy, Savona is a great destination for road and gravel cyclists. The locality offers stunning coastal routes with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. Cyclists can explore the hilly terrain and enjoy challenging climbs in the vicinity. One notable cycling spot nearby is the Passo del Faiallo, a legendary climb often featured in professional races. Savona also has a rich history and offers various attractions for tourists, including medieval architecture and museums.5 km
5 km
Monte Cucco440 mPeakConquer the challenging climb to the summit of Monte Cucco.
17 km
17 km
Monte Pina Vernè813 mPeakTest your climbing abilities on the ascent to Monte Pina Vernè.
29 km
29 km
Albisola SuperioreTownExperience Albisola Superiore and enjoy the views of the Ligurian coast.
34 km
34 km
OltreletimbroSub-urbClimb Oltreletimbro and admire the panoramic vistas from its summit.
34 km
34 km
Finish: Savona City centerSavona: Cycling paradise with breathtaking coastal routes and historic charm.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Albisola Marina](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/albisola-marina-5.webp)
![Image of Albisola Superiore](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/albisola-superiore-5.webp)
![Image of Valleggia](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/valleggia-5.webp)
![Image of Quiliano](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/quiliano-5.webp)
![Image of Vado Ligure](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/vado-ligure-4.webp)
![Image of Celle Ligure](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/celle-ligure-5.webp)
![Image of Spotorno](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/spotorno-3.webp)
![Image of Altare](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/altare-4.webp)
![Image of Noli](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/italy/liguria/noli-5.webp)