Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua

Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua 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!

Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua 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.

Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua is 5.5 km long.

The average gradient of Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua is 10.2%.

Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.9%.

The summit of Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua is at 639 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:47:07 to climb Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua. At 11 km/h the time is 00:29:59, and at 15 km/h 00:21:59. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:21 is an achievable time.

Castedo from Foz do Rio Tua is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.