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Alto de la Barroca from Amer

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
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Difficulty points 320
Length 5 km
Average gradient 6.4%
Steepest 100 metres 14.9%
Total ascent 320 m

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4 hairpin turns
Gravel
#71 toughest climb of Catalan Coastal Range
#27 most elevation gain of Costa Brava
#39 longest climb of Costa Brava
#86 average steepest climb of Catalan Coastal Range
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Alto de la Barroca from Amer is a climb in the region Costa Brava. It is 5 km long and bridges 320 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 6.4%, resulting in a difficulty score of 320. The top of the ascent is located at 485 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Camí de Sant Climent d'Amer, Carretera de La Barroca & Carretera de la Barroca

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:42:43
11 km/h 00:27:11
15 km/h 00:19:56
19 km/h 00:15:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alto de la Barroca can be cycled from 2 sides. Alto de la Barroca from Amer is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de la Barroca from Sant Esteve de Llémena.

Alto de la Barroca from Amer 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 la Barroca from Amer 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 la Barroca from Amer is 5 km long.

The average gradient of Alto de la Barroca from Amer is 6.4%.

Alto de la Barroca from Amer has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.9%.

The summit of Alto de la Barroca from Amer is at 485 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:42:43 to climb Alto de la Barroca from Amer. At 11 km/h the time is 00:27:11, and at 15 km/h 00:19:56. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:44 is an achievable time.

Alto de la Barroca from Amer is located in the region Costa Brava in Spain.

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