Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar

Alto de Covas do Rio can be cycled from 3 sides. Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de Covas do Rio from Deilão & Alto de Covas do Rio from Ameixiosa.

Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar 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 Covas do Rio from Nodar is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar is 6.1 km long.

The average gradient of Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar is 8.4%.

Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.1%.

The summit of Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar is at 750 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:52:21 to climb Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar. At 11 km/h the time is 00:33:19, and at 15 km/h 00:24:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:19:17 is an achievable time.

Alto de Covas do Rio from Nodar is located in the region Beira Alta in Portugal.