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Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela

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Elevation profile Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela
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Difficulty points 1219
Length 16.6 km
Average gradient 6.2%
Steepest 100 metres 18.4%
Total ascent 1022 m

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Beautiful scenery
6 hairpin turns
Cobbles
#40 toughest climb of Portugal
#91 most elevation gain of Portugal
#9 longest climb of Minho
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Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is a climb in the region Minho. It is 16.6 km long and bridges 1022 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1219. The top of the ascent is located at 1028 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: EM 519, Rua da Capela Rua da Recheira, Rua da Lomba, CM1703, Rua do Vale, Rua das Regadinhas & Rua do Ranhadouro

4.0 by Afonso
Felt the need to clarify that only 950m of this climb are cobbled and they are the typical Portuguese cobbles so no huge impact although it is incredibly steep.... read more

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Felt the need to clarify that only 950m of this climb are cobbled and they are the typical Portuguese cobbles so no huge impact although it is incredibly steep.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 02:21:53
11 km/h 01:30:18
15 km/h 01:06:13
19 km/h 00:52:16

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alto da Meijoadela can be cycled from 4 sides. Alto da Meijoadela is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Torneiro from Rio Beça via Torneiro, Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela & Alto da Meijoadela from Ribeira de Cavez.

Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is 16.6 km long.

The average gradient of Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is 6.2%.

Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.4%.

The summit of Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is at 1028 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:21:53 to climb Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela. At 11 km/h the time is 01:30:18, and at 15 km/h 01:06:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:52:16 is an achievable time.

Alto da Meijoadela from Cavês via Vilela is located in the region Minho in Portugal.

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