Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro

Alto do Modorno can be cycled from 4 sides. Alto do Modorno from Parada do Bouro is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto do Modorno from Barragem da Caniçada, Alto do Modorno from Santa Maria do Bouro & Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro.

Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro 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 do Modorno from Terras de Bouro 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 do Modorno from Terras de Bouro is 8.1 km long.

The average gradient of Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro is 7.9%.

Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14%.

The summit of Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro is at 798 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:09:28 to climb Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro. At 11 km/h the time is 00:44:12, and at 15 km/h 00:32:25. For the fastest cyclists, 00:25:35 is an achievable time.

Alto do Modorno from Terras de Bouro is located in the region Minho in Portugal.