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Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro

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Elevation profile Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro

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Difficulty points 702
Length 4 km
Average gradient 12.2%
Steepest 100 metres 23%
Total ascent 491 m

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Beautiful scenery
Hidden gem
3 hairpin turns
#16 toughest climb of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
#84 most elevation gain of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
#97 average steepest climb of Portugal
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Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro is a climb in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. It is 4 km long and bridges 491 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 12.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 702. The top of the ascent is located at 643 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: EM 621

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:34:35
11 km/h 00:22:00
15 km/h 00:16:08
19 km/h 00:12:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro 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 Poiares from Rio Douro 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 Poiares from Rio Douro is 4 km long.

The average gradient of Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro is 12.2%.

Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23%.

The summit of Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro is at 643 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:34:35 to climb Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro. At 11 km/h the time is 00:22:00, and at 15 km/h 00:16:08. For the fastest cyclists, 00:12:44 is an achievable time.

Alto de Poiares from Rio Douro is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.

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