Alto do Cavalinho from Covas

Alto do Cavalinho can be cycled from 3 sides. Alto do Cavalinho via Mãos is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto do Cavalinho from Pica & Alto do Cavalinho from Covas.

You don't need special gearing for Alto do Cavalinho from Covas. 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 do Cavalinho from Covas 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 do Cavalinho from Covas is 7.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto do Cavalinho from Covas is 4.5%.

Alto do Cavalinho from Covas has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.2%.

The summit of Alto do Cavalinho from Covas is at 1850 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:27:04 to climb Alto do Cavalinho from Covas. At 7 mph the time is 01:01:38, and at 9 mph 00:48:02. For the fastest cyclists, 00:36:05 is an achievable time.

Alto do Cavalinho from Covas is located in the region Minho in Portugal.