09May
Vertical
Running
- Distance
- Vertical
- Countdown
- 188 days
- Entry fee
- N/A
Stairways to Heaven
Piotta,
Ticino,
Switzerland
188 days left
www.endu.net
Stairways to Heaven
About the event
An extreme vertical challenge in Alta Valtellina, along the steps of the historic penstock that rises from Piateda toward the spectacular peaks of the Orobie.
The event focuses on the individual Vertical Race climb, a brutal ascent of approximately 4,261 steps with a breathtaking positive elevation gain concentrated in just a few kilometers.
A journey toward the sky, a test of pure strength and mental endurance dedicated to those who do not fear the incline and love extraordinary challenges.
The event focuses on the individual Vertical Race climb, a brutal ascent of approximately 4,261 steps with a breathtaking positive elevation gain concentrated in just a few kilometers.
A journey toward the sky, a test of pure strength and mental endurance dedicated to those who do not fear the incline and love extraordinary challenges.
Races offered
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for May in Piotta.
Temperature5.6° / 14.2°
Feels like3.6° / 12.4°
Sunshine hours9h 43m
Rainfall5.3 mm
Snowfall1.6 cm
Wind5.2 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity83.6%
Max UV indexModerate (4.2)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise05:50
Sunset20:52
About Piotta
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Piotta may refer to:Piotta (musician) Piotta, Switzerland, in the municipality of Quinto, canton of Ticino
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