Kaakkurinkierros

Tri Bertil Palmbergin luonnonsuojelualue, Kymenlaakso, Suomi / Finland

13.8 miles (22.2 km) · 1,703 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Kaakkurinkierros is a 13.8-mile loop route in Tri Bertil Palmbergin luonnonsuojelualue, Kymenlaakso, Suomi / Finland, gaining 1,703 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 1.3 miles gaining 224 feet at an average 2.2% grade. Approximately 81% of the route is runnable at a steady effort. The route both opens and finishes with mixed terrain.

Route facts

Distance	13.8 mi (22.2 km)
Elevation gain	1,703 ft (519 m)
Average gain	123 ft per mile (23 m per km)
Longest climb	4.6 mi, 247 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	15%
Runnable	81% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	6.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	17%
Mild uphill	28%
Moderate uphill	9%
Steep uphill	5%
Mild downhill	24%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	5%

Questions about Kaakkurinkierros

How much elevation gain does Kaakkurinkierros have?

Kaakkurinkierros has 1,703 ft (519 m) of elevation gain over 13.8 miles (22.2 km). That averages 123 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Kaakkurinkierros?

The difficulty score for Kaakkurinkierros is 6.9 of 100. That is harder than 54.6% of routes at a similar distance. About 81% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Kaakkurinkierros?

The longest climb on Kaakkurinkierros runs 4.6 miles (7.4 km) and gains 247 ft (75 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 15%.