Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes

Xerru-Gües can be cycled from 2 sides. La Baua from Rio Nalon is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes.

Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes 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!

Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes 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!

Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes is 8.8 km long.

The average gradient of Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes is 6.1%.

Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.5%.

The summit of Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes is at 810 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 01:15:47 to climb Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes. At 11 km/h the time is 00:48:13, and at 15 km/h 00:35:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:55 is an achievable time.

Xerru-Gües via Les Cabañes is located in the region Asturias in Spain.