Monte la Torre via Colle Portella

Monte la Torre can be cycled from 6 sides. Monte la Torre from Ponte Maglio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monte la Torre via Colle Portella, Monte la Torre from Tavernelle, Monte la Torre via Colle Tondo, Monte la Torre via Casali & Monte la Torre via Case Nuove di Castellano.

Monte la Torre via Colle Portella 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 la Torre via Colle Portella is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Monte la Torre via Colle Portella is 7.3 km long.

The average gradient of Monte la Torre via Colle Portella is 7.3%.

Monte la Torre via Colle Portella has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.1%.

The summit of Monte la Torre via Colle Portella is at 785 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:02:14 to climb Monte la Torre via Colle Portella. At 11 km/h the time is 00:39:36, and at 15 km/h 00:29:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:55 is an achievable time.

Monte la Torre via Colle Portella is located in the region Ascoli Piceno in Italy.