Alto da França

Alto da França can be cycled from 2 sides. Alto da França is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto da Aveleda.

Alto da França 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 da França 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 da França is not a problem.

Alto da França is 2.8 km long.

The average gradient of Alto da França is 6.6%.

Alto da França has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.3%.

The summit of Alto da França is at 837 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:23:49 to climb Alto da França. At 11 km/h the time is 00:15:09, and at 15 km/h 00:11:06. For the fastest cyclists, 00:08:46 is an achievable time.

Alto da França is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.