Tscheyer Schartl

Overview

Tscheyer Schartl is a long, patient climb rather than a violent one. Over 23.7 km it lifts you from 1189 m at the foot to a 1927 m summit, banking a net elevation gain of 738 m along the way. The average gradient reads a modest 3.11%, which places it firmly in the "big-ring on your good days" bracket — yet the distance alone earns it a category 2 rating. This is a climb measured in patience and rhythm, where the challenge is accumulation rather than any single wall. With a total ascent of 726 m recorded across the route, there are small dips and false flats folded into the profile, so the number on your computer will rarely match the number in your legs.

How the Gradient Unfolds

Do not be lulled by that 3.11% average. Averages hide texture, and here the texture matters. The steepest recorded pitch bites at 9.79% — more than three times the mean — which means the road is not evenly graded. Expect long stretches that sit well under the average, interrupted by sharper ramps that force you out of your comfortable cadence. Because the net gain (738 m) sits slightly above the total ascent figure of 726 m, the profile trends relentlessly upward with only shallow respites. The smart read is to treat this as a climb of two moods: gentle drag on the flatter kilometres, then focused efficiency wherever the gradient pushes toward that 9.79% ceiling.

Pacing Notes

On a climb this long, discipline beats bravado. Anchor your effort to your FTP and hold something in reserve for the steep ramps. Because the average is only 3.11%, it is tempting to overcook the shallow sections — resist it. The kilometres add up, and 23.7 km is plenty of time to pay for early enthusiasm. Aim to ride the flatter portions just under threshold and reserve your matches for the 9.79% pitches, where wattage translates most directly into forward progress. If you are unsure where your threshold sits, run the numbers through the FTP estimator before you commit to a target. Steady beats spiky every time on a climb built around 738 m of gradual gain.

Gearing

The shallow average is deceptive here, so gear for the worst pitch, not the mean. A compact 34-tooth inner chainring paired with a 34×32 low is a sensible baseline for most riders tackling the 9.79% ramps at altitude. If you tend to spin rather than grind, or you are carrying fatigue into the closing kilometres near 1927 m, step down to a 34×34 for extra insurance. Over 23.7 km, having one more easy gear than you think you need is never a mistake — it keeps your cadence up and your legs fresh for the summit.

Summary

Tscheyer Schartl rewards riders who respect distance over drama. Meter your effort, gear generously, and let the 738 m of climbing come to you.

Length: 23.7 km
Average gradient: 3.11%
Max gradient: 9.79%
Start: 1189 m
Summit: 1927 m
Net gain: 738 m
Total ascent: 726 m
Category: 2