Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa

Portela da Ursa can be cycled from 4 sides. Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Portela da Ursa from Souto, Portela da Ursa from Souto via Castanheira & Portela da Ursa from Talsperre Corgas.

Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa 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!

Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa 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!

Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa is 3.5 km long.

The average gradient of Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa is 8.8%.

Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.2%.

The summit of Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa is at 845 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:30:10 to climb Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa. At 11 km/h the time is 00:19:12, and at 15 km/h 00:14:05. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:07 is an achievable time.

Portela da Ursa via Vale da Ursa is located in the region Beira-Baixa-province in Portugal.