Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín

Alto de Covarriella can be cycled from 3 sides. Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de Covarriella from La Vega de Riosa & Covariella from La Foz de Morcin.

Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín 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 Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín 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 Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín is 4.7 km long.

The average gradient of Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín is 11%.

Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.3%.

The summit of Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín is at 794 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:40:33 to climb Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín. At 11 km/h the time is 00:25:48, and at 15 km/h 00:18:55. For the fastest cyclists, 00:14:56 is an achievable time.

Alto de Covarriella from La Foz de Morcín is located in the region Asturias in Spain.