Alto do Sopo from Covas

Alto do Sopo can be cycled from 4 sides. Alto do Sopo from Cruzeiro das Faias via Gondarém is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto do Sopo, Alto do Sopo from Vila Nova de Cerveira & Alto do Sopo from Covas.

Alto do Sopo from Covas 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 Sopo from Covas is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Alto do Sopo from Covas is not a problem.

Alto do Sopo from Covas is 5.7 km long.

The average gradient of Alto do Sopo from Covas is 6%.

Alto do Sopo from Covas has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.5%.

The summit of Alto do Sopo from Covas is at 430 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:48:54 to climb Alto do Sopo from Covas. At 11 km/h the time is 00:31:07, and at 15 km/h 00:22:49. For the fastest cyclists, 00:18:00 is an achievable time.

Alto do Sopo from Covas is located in the region Minho in Portugal.