Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga

Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga 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 de Bornes from Barragem da Burga is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga is 7 km long.

The average gradient of Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga is 10.1%.

Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.7%.

The summit of Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga is at 1030 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:59:44 to climb Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga. At 11 km/h the time is 00:38:00, and at 15 km/h 00:27:52. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:00 is an achievable time.

Alto de Bornes from Barragem da Burga is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.