Alto de Abantos from La Estación

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Difficulty points	416
Length	13.7 mi
Average gradient	3.4%
Steepest segment	9.1%
Total ascent	2467 ft

Difficulty points

416

Length

13.7 mi

Average gradient

3.4%

Steepest segment

9.1%

Total ascent

2467 ft

Short recap

1 hairpin turn

#14 toughest climb of Madrid

#92 most elevation gain of Sistema Central

#42 longest climb of Sistema Central

#96 average steepest climb of Madrid

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Nice gentle ascent, but beware : continuing and descending to El Escorial is not possible by road bike due to the poor condition of the road after the Alto de Abantos.

Climbing times

5 mph	02:45:02
7 mph	01:56:50
9 mph	01:31:03
12 mph	01:08:24

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Frequently Asked Questions

Alto de Abantos can be cycled from 5 sides. Alto de Abantos via Carretera Peguerinos El Escorial is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de Abantos via San Lorenzo del Escorial, Alto de Abantos from El Tomillar, Alto de Abantos via Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial & Alto de Abantos from La Estación.

You don't need special gearing for Alto de Abantos from La Estación. 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 de Abantos from La Estación 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 de Abantos from La Estación is 13.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto de Abantos from La Estación is 3.4%.

Alto de Abantos from La Estación has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 9.1%.

The summit of Alto de Abantos from La Estación is at 5390 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:45:02 to climb Alto de Abantos from La Estación. At 7 mph the time is 01:56:50, and at 9 mph 01:31:03. For the fastest cyclists, 01:08:24 is an achievable time.

Alto de Abantos from La Estación is located in the region Madrid in Spain.

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