Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo

Alto da Barra can be cycled from 3 sides. Alto da Barra from Rio Olo is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto da Barra from Várzea via Paço & Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo.

You don't need special gearing for Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo. 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.

Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo 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!

Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo is 8.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo is 5.8%.

Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.7%.

The summit of Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo is at 3310 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:39:46 to climb Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo. At 7 mph the time is 01:10:38, and at 9 mph 00:55:03. For the fastest cyclists, 00:41:21 is an achievable time.

Alto da Barra from Ponte d'Olo is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.