Alto do Tojo from Fórnea

Alto do Tojo can be cycled from 5 sides. Alto do Tojo from Coja is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto do Tojo from Avô, Alto do Tojo from Vide, Alto do Tojo from Avô via Mourisia & Alto do Tojo from Fórnea.

Alto do Tojo from Fórnea 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 do Tojo from Fórnea is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Alto do Tojo from Fórnea is not a problem.

Alto do Tojo from Fórnea is 2.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto do Tojo from Fórnea is 8.5%.

Alto do Tojo from Fórnea has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.8%.

The summit of Alto do Tojo from Fórnea is at 3602 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:25:21 to climb Alto do Tojo from Fórnea. At 7 mph the time is 00:17:57, and at 9 mph 00:13:59. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:30 is an achievable time.

Alto do Tojo from Fórnea is located in the region Beira Litoral in Portugal.