Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim

Pena Morcán can be cycled from 3 sides. Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via San Cristovo & Pena Morcán from O Cancelo.

Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim 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!

Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim 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!

Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim is 6.4 km long.

The average gradient of Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim is 7.4%.

Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.7%.

The summit of Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim is at 588 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:55:12 to climb Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim. At 11 km/h the time is 00:35:07, and at 15 km/h 00:25:45. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:20 is an achievable time.

Pena Morcán from Mondonhedo / Mondoñedo via Pelourim is located in the region Galicia in Spain.