Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla

Valle del Sol can be cycled from 2 sides. Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cerro de San Cristóbal / Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra.

Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla 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!

Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is not a problem.

Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is 3.5 km long.

The average gradient of Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is 7.6%.

Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.2%.

The summit of Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is at 1476 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:29:44 to climb Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla. At 11 km/h the time is 00:18:55, and at 15 km/h 00:13:52. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:57 is an achievable time.

Valle del Sol from Pineda de la Sierra via la Portilla is located in the region Castile and León in Spain.