Alto Calabazos via Carlés

Alto Calabazos can be cycled from 4 sides. Alto Calabazos from Soto de los Infantes is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto Calabazos from Cornellana, Alto Calabazos from Salas & Alto Calabazos via Carlés.

Alto Calabazos via Carlés 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!

Alto Calabazos via Carlés is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alto Calabazos via Carlés is 4.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto Calabazos via Carlés is 7.9%.

Alto Calabazos via Carlés has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.7%.

The summit of Alto Calabazos via Carlés is at 2152 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:54:14 to climb Alto Calabazos via Carlés. At 7 mph the time is 00:38:24, and at 9 mph 00:29:55. For the fastest cyclists, 00:22:28 is an achievable time.

Alto Calabazos via Carlés is located in the region Asturias in Spain.