Alto de Aveloso via Crasto

Alto de Aveloso can be cycled from 4 sides. Alto de Aveloso from Lodeiro is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de Aveloso from Rio Bestança via Cinfães, Alto de Aveloso from Barragem do Carrapatelo & Alto de Aveloso via Crasto.

Alto de Aveloso via Crasto 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 de Aveloso via Crasto is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Alto de Aveloso via Crasto is 4.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto de Aveloso via Crasto is 8.3%.

Alto de Aveloso via Crasto has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.9%.

The summit of Alto de Aveloso via Crasto is at 3284 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:59:25 to climb Alto de Aveloso via Crasto. At 7 mph the time is 00:42:04, and at 9 mph 00:32:47. For the fastest cyclists, 00:24:37 is an achievable time.

Alto de Aveloso via Crasto is located in the region Beira Alta in Portugal.