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Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura

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Elevation profile Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura

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Difficulty points 1104
Length 16 km
Average gradient 7.2%
Steepest 100 metres 17%
Total ascent 1152 m

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Hidden gem
13 hairpin turns
#52 toughest climb of Portugal
#53 most elevation gain of Portugal
#17 longest climb of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
#80 average steepest climb of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
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Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura is a climb in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro. It is 16 km long and bridges 1152 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1104. The top of the ascent is located at 1144 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: EM 552, EN 222, CM 1055 & EM 553

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Climbing times

7 km/h 02:17:05
11 km/h 01:27:14
15 km/h 01:03:58
19 km/h 00:50:30

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Frequently Asked Questions

Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura 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!

Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura 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.

Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura is 16 km long.

The average gradient of Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura is 7.2%.

Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17%.

The summit of Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura is at 1144 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:17:05 to climb Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura. At 11 km/h the time is 01:27:14, and at 15 km/h 01:03:58. For the fastest cyclists, 00:50:30 is an achievable time.

Monte de São Cristóvão from São João de Fontoura is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.

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