Datvisjvari Pass is a climb of 20.9 kilometers (hors catégorie). Datvisjvari Pass tops out at 2,631 m above sea level. It is located in კორშა, მცხეთა-მთიანეთი, საქართველო. The average gradient is 8.6% with a maximum of 18.8%. The climb has 1796 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown:
This climb has two distinct phases. The first 5 km (2-3% gradient) is a deceptive warm-up. The real difficulty starts after KM 5, with an average gradient of 7-9% sustained over a long stretch. The crux is between kilometre 16.0 and 17.0, where the ramps hit 17% and that's where the race will be decided.
Pacing tips:
1. Managing your pace: Resist the urge to go off too hard on the first kilometres, where the gradient is gentle. The real effort starts at KM 5. Settle into a steady, controlled rhythm so you reach the middle section (KM 5-15) without already being in the red.
2. Mental and physical prep for KM 17: Expect the 17% wall at kilometre 16. Save something in the tank, both physically and mentally, for this section, which is very short but brutally steep. Gear selection is critical here, so shift down early and keep your cadence up.
3. Breaking the climb into sections: Mentally split the ascent into three parts: the approach (KM 0-5), the body of the climb (KM 5-16), and the final assault (KM 16-20.9), which includes the hardest part.
For riders who have climbed it, the Datvisjvari Pass is a wild, unforgettable experience. The road, long and twisting, leaves the tarmac for a gravel track that snakes through raw mountain scenery. The effort of the climb is constantly rewarded with breathtaking views, including 360-degree panoramas over peaks like the Chaukhi massif.
Riders' reports describe a demanding but accessible climb on a mountain bike, especially in dry weather. Some have passed 4x4s and even cars like a Skoda Kodiaq or a Toyota C-HR, but caution is still needed when sharing the road. At almost 2,700 metres, the altitude makes itself felt: the wind up top is often cold and gusty, so warm clothing is needed even in summer.
The atmosphere at the summit is described as magical, almost timeless. Cyclists talk about a feeling of absolute freedom, an impressive silence and a striking closeness to the clouds. This pass, which marks the border between Inner and Outer Khevsureti, offers a unique view of this remote region of Georgia.
Despite the beauty of the place, shared experiences are a reminder that this is a wilderness adventure. Weather can turn fast, turning open views into a sea of cloud. The road, though some say it is regularly maintained, is still a gravel track that poses a challenge, which makes reaching the summit a real reward.
20.9 km • 1796 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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