Cauberg from Valkenburg

Route overview

This route suits riders seeking a very short steep climb with moderate elevation gain.

Short steep climb from Valkenburg to Cauberg, Netherlands.

Starting in Valkenburg at 73 m elevation, the route climbs 50 m over 0.8 km to reach a high point of 122 m at Cauberg. The gradient is steep, with 0.5 km over 5% and up to 10.3% in the steepest 500 m section near the start. Most of the climb is paved (86%), with a small 14% section unmapped. The entire route is contained within Valkenburg, where shops, cafés and restaurants are plentiful close to start and finish. There is a drinking water point at 0.1 km off-route. The longest stretch without café, shop or water is just 0.3 km between 0.5 km and the finish. A bailout point is available back in Valkenburg at 0.1 km. Bike rental is available near the start at 0.2 km. Facilities such as toilets and cafés can be found within 0.3 km from the start.

Highlights

• Cauberg summit at 122 m
• Steep gradients up to 10.3%
• Close to Valkenburg amenities
• Short 0.8 km route length

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

3 min

Best months

May to Sep — daily highs of 18–24 °C in those months

Know before you go

• 0.3 km longest stretch without cafe or shop near the finish

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.