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Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João

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Elevation profile Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João

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Difficulty points 1091
Length 9.8 km
Average gradient 9.3%
Steepest 100 metres 18.3%
Total ascent 909 m

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Beautiful scenery
8 hairpin turns
#54 toughest climb of Portugal
#10 most elevation gain of Azores
#44 longest climb of Azores
#68 average steepest climb of Azores
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Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is a climb in the region Pico Island. It is 9.8 km long and bridges 909 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1091. The top of the ascent is located at 936 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:24:01
11 km/h 00:53:28
15 km/h 00:39:12
19 km/h 00:30:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Miradouro de Meia Encosta can be cycled from 3 sides. Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São Caetano & Miradouro de Meia Encosta from Lajes do Pico via Caminho das Lagoas.

Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João 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!

Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is 9.8 km long.

The average gradient of Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is 9.3%.

Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.3%.

The summit of Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is at 936 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:24:01 to climb Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João. At 11 km/h the time is 00:53:28, and at 15 km/h 00:39:12. For the fastest cyclists, 00:30:57 is an achievable time.

Miradouro de Meia Encosta from São João is located in the region Pico Island in Portugal.

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