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Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis

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Elevation profile Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis

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Difficulty points 417
Length 13.7 km
Average gradient 5.1%
Steepest 100 metres 9%
Total ascent 702 m

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1 hairpin turn
#89 toughest climb of Brazil
#83 most elevation gain of South America
#71 longest climb of South America
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Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is a climb in the region Brazil. It is 13.7 km long and bridges 702 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.1%, resulting in a difficulty score of 417. The top of the ascent is located at 1437 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Estrada Philúvio Cerqueira Rodrigues & Trilha de acesso a cume secundário

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Climbing times

7 km/h 01:57:32
11 km/h 01:14:48
15 km/h 00:54:51
19 km/h 00:43:18

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Frequently Asked Questions

Serra das Hortências can be cycled from 2 sides. Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Serra das Hortências from Teresópolis.

You don't need special gearing for Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis. 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.

Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis 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!

Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is 13.7 km long.

The average gradient of Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is 5.1%.

Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9%.

The summit of Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is at 1437 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:57:32 to climb Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis. At 11 km/h the time is 01:14:48, and at 15 km/h 00:54:51. For the fastest cyclists, 00:43:18 is an achievable time.

Serra das Hortências from Petrópolis is located in the region in Brazil.

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