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Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha

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Elevation profile Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha
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Difficulty points 224
Length 0.8 km
Average gradient 14.3%
Steepest 100 metres 19.4%
Total ascent 112 m

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#50 average steepest climb of Portugal
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Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is a climb in the region Minho. It is 0.8 km long and bridges 112 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 14.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 224. The top of the ascent is located at 275 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Rua da Igreja Velha

4.0 by Pael
Very very hard climb. Kicks off with some switchbacks at over 15％ (with the corners being well over 20), followed by a rough cobble section, for about half the climb. I could say after that you can get a little rest, but its only about 50 meters and still over 7％.... read more

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Pael
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Very very hard climb. Kicks off with some switchbacks at over 15％ (with the corners being well over 20), followed by a rough cobble section, for about half the climb. I could say after that you can get a little rest, but its only about 50 meters and still over 7％.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:06:41
11 km/h 00:04:15
15 km/h 00:03:07
19 km/h 00:02:27

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alto da Tapada can be cycled from 3 sides. Alto da Tapada via Mano is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha & Alto da Tapada via Amieira.

Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha 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 Tapada via Igreja Velha is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is not a problem.

Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is 0.8 km long.

The average gradient of Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is 14.3%.

Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.4%.

The summit of Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is at 275 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:06:41 to climb Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha. At 11 km/h the time is 00:04:15, and at 15 km/h 00:03:07. For the fastest cyclists, 00:02:27 is an achievable time.

Alto da Tapada via Igreja Velha is located in the region Minho in Portugal.

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