Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo

Alto de la Paramera can be cycled from 2 sides. Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de la Paramera from Ávila.

You don't need special gearing for Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo. 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 la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo 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 la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo is 10.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo is 4.1%.

Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 8.2%.

The summit of Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo is at 4646 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 02:05:57 to climb Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo. At 7 mph the time is 01:29:10, and at 9 mph 01:09:29. For the fastest cyclists, 00:52:12 is an achievable time.

Alto de la Paramera from Embalse del Burguillo is located in the region Castile and León in Spain.