Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo

Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo 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!

Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo 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.

Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo is 6.9 mi long.

The average gradient of Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo is 6.4%.

Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.4%.

The summit of Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo is at 3294 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:23:02 to climb Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo. At 7 mph the time is 00:58:47, and at 9 mph 00:45:49. For the fastest cyclists, 00:34:25 is an achievable time.

Barreiro from Rio Olo via Ermelo is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.