Przelecz Redzinska is a climb of 3.4 kilometers (category 1). Przelecz Redzinska tops out at 798 m above sea level. It is located in Ciechanowice, województwo dolnośląskie, Polska. The average gradient is 9.4% with a maximum of 16%. The climb has 316 meters of elevation gain.
Difficulty breakdown: This Category 1 climb ramps up progressively and demands a lot. The gradient climbs steadily to a sustained 13% over almost a kilometer (between 2.0 and 3.0 km). This central section, with 130m of elevation gain over 1km, is where the real pain is. The "easier" finish at 7% still feels steep after all the effort you've already put in.
How to manage the effort:
1. Pace yourself: Start conservatively over the first kilometers (4%-7%) to save your legs for the steepest part.
2. Prepare for the 13% ramp: Get your head and legs ready for the 13% section coming up around 1.5 km. Spin a low, controlled cadence to get over it.
3. Use the finish: The last part at 7% is your chance to pick up the pace and finish strong, provided you've managed your effort well.
For cyclists who love a challenge, the verdict is unanimous: the climb up Przełęcz Rędzińska is a demanding test. The gradients are described as "tricky", "punchy" and "mega hard" because of a high average grade. But every pedal stroke is rewarded.
At the summit, at 727 m above sea level, the effort is forgotten in the face of a breathtaking panorama. Riders describe unobstructed views over the Karkonosze, the Góry Kamienne, the Wielka Kopa and even the Grzbiet Lasocki. The sense of vastness, sometimes compared to the landscapes of the Bieszczady, and the calm all around make this pass a one-of-a-kind spot.
The road itself is considered to be in good shape ("good asphalt"), although some note that it can be a bit narrow. The atmosphere is that of a preserved place, "no crowds", where you can feel a sense of serenity and escape far from the hustle and bustle.
Reports also mention a few practical points: there is a large natural parking area on the nearby meadow, but it isn't really developed and can become hard to reach in the rain. In addition, there is no legal place to stop on the road itself to take photos, an important detail to plan for.
Despite the difficulty of the climb and the small logistical hassles, the overall experience is described as unforgettable. Riders come away feeling they've had a truly authentic adventure, capped off by a visual reward that more than justifies the effort.
3.4 km • 316 m D+
VAM: average climbing speed, based on elevation gain
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