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The hardest hill in Europe, a title that may not correspond to the absolute truth, but which was not assigned by chance; probably the hardest climb ever faced by the Great Cycling. If you want to face this climb I think you know what you are getting into... I can only wish you good luck and assure you that the satisfaction it gives is unique

Nestled between a steep descent and a steep climb

Also known as Passo Rest, Forcella di Monte Rest is one of the most famous climbs in the Carnic Prealps. Often closed in winter, it connects Val Tramontina with the upper Tagliamento valley. The first time the Giro d'Italia passed through here, in 1974, the Spaniard Santiago Lazcano was the first to reach the top.

The ascent from the east has different ground conditions. The lower part has stones, the middle part is partly washed out with larger stones and small boulders. At critical points such as bends, typical Italian architecture with concrete. The climb to the last bend and shortly afterwards up to the saddle has a gradient of up to 32%. In return, the bend and the saddle offer a fantastic view to the east and west. The descent to the west is almost entirely asphalted at the beginning, then it is a forest path again, partly with stones and, depending on the weather, washed out areas.

great food, nice staff, beautiful panorama

Very shady stretch, nice to walk in warm temperatures

Nice area although cold, recommended in summer to cool off

The driveway from Ampezzo offers a wonderful view of the Tagliamento Valley and the Julian Alps. The driveway itself is asphalted and concrete, not too steep and occasionally leads through forest areas. Unfortunately no water point, hardly any traffic. Once at the top it looks like a high valley and the view of the mountains to the north rewards the climb.