Puig Major via Fornalutx

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Difficulty points	511
Length	14.4 km
Average gradient	5.6%
Steepest 100 metres	8.8%
Total ascent	810 m

Difficulty points

511

Length

14.4 km

Average gradient

5.6%

Steepest 100 metres

8.8%

Total ascent

810 m

Short recap

7 hairpin turns

#5 toughest climb of Balearic Islands

#2 most elevation gain of Balearic Islands

#1 longest climb of Balearic Islands

#89 average steepest climb of Serra de Tramuntana

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kausimausi ^premium

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Nice and steady climb on impeccable surface. The route via Fornalutx is the one less frequented by cyclists vs the one going direct from Sóller on the Ma-10. Fornalutx is a lovely village with sweet cafes and restaurants but can also be a little busy. I liked the part between Fornalutx and the crossing onto the Ma-10 for the views of Sóller. Also a good option for the descend if you want to do the climb one way (turn around at the tunnel) but add some variation.

merre

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Pleasant running climb, beautiful views. Definitely recommended. Tip: bring lights for the tunnel just before the top.

Climbing times

7 km/h	02:03:21
11 km/h	01:18:29
15 km/h	00:57:33
19 km/h	00:45:26

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Frequently Asked Questions

Puig Major can be cycled from 3 sides. Puig Major from Sóller is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Puig Major from Pantà de Gorg Blau & Puig Major via Fornalutx.

You don't need special gearing for Puig Major via Fornalutx. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Puig Major via Fornalutx 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!

Puig Major via Fornalutx is 14.4 km long.

The average gradient of Puig Major via Fornalutx is 5.6%.

Puig Major via Fornalutx has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.8%.

The summit of Puig Major via Fornalutx is at 846 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 02:03:21 to climb Puig Major via Fornalutx. At 11 km/h the time is 01:18:29, and at 15 km/h 00:57:33. For the fastest cyclists, 00:45:26 is an achievable time.

Puig Major via Fornalutx is located in the region Mallorca in Spain.

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