Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava

Paul da Serra can be cycled from 2 sides. Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Paul da Serra from São Vicente.

The Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is extremely hard. We recommend that you choose the lightest possible gearing, such as a 34-tooth or smaller chainring, combined with a 34-tooth rear cog. Otherwise, there's a good chance you'll need to put a foot down sooner or later. If you think you need to go even lighter, you could consider using a gravel or mountain bike, or installing a gravel or mountain bike derailleur with a rear cog of more than 40 teeth. Good luck!

Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava falls into the Super Hors Catégorie, the absolute top category. These are the most extreme climbs that exist. Even with excellent fitness, there is a chance you will have to put a foot down. Only the strongest make it to the top without any problems.

Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is 18 km long.

The average gradient of Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is 8.5%.

Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.2%.

The summit of Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is at 1575 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:34:26 to climb Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava. At 11 km/h the time is 01:38:17, and at 15 km/h 01:12:04. For the fastest cyclists, 00:56:54 is an achievable time.

Paul da Serra from Ribeira Brava is located in the region Madeira Island in Portugal.