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Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo

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Elevation profile Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo

Statistics

Difficulty points 357
Length 3.4 mi
Average gradient 7.2%
Steepest segment 17.2%
Total ascent 1293 ft

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4 hairpin turns
#83 toughest climb of Beira Litoral
#91 most elevation gain of Beira Litoral
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Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo is a climb in the region Beira Litoral. It is 3.4 mi long and bridges 1293 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 357. The top of the ascent is located at 1496 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: CM 1505, Rua das Eiras, Rua Principal, Rua do Cruzeiro, EM 574 & EM 623

4.0 by MauST
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Antes de mais, o nome da localidade do final da subida é "Cabeço do Cão" e não como está erradamente no Google Maps e consequentemente no climbfinder. Esta vertente com começo na ponte da Chousinha e que passa pelo coração da localidade do Préstimo é pouco conhecida e bastante dura, por isso a recomendei ao climbfinder. Normalmente os cicloturistas vão pelo lado mais conhecido e turístico (devido à praia fluvial), que por acaso é mais acessível. O começo é logo depois da micro... read more

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Antes de mais, o nome da localidade do final da subida é "Cabeço do Cão" e não como está erradamente no Google Maps e consequentemente no climbfinder.
Esta vertente com começo na ponte da Chousinha e que passa pelo coração da localidade do Préstimo é pouco conhecida e bastante dura, por isso a recomendei ao climbfinder. Normalmente os cicloturistas vão pelo lado mais conhecido e turístico (devido à praia fluvial), que por acaso é mais acessível.
O começo é logo depois da micro ponte da Chousinha e começa logo com pendentes muito duras e com curvas em cotovelo. Chegamos às primeiras casas e a coisa acalma e até há uma pequena descida. Pouco depois há uma estradita que entra pelas entranhas da aldeia que digamos, é um atalho da aborrecida rua principal. Começa logo com grandes inclinações e com curvas apertadas 😬. Mais um pouco e chegamos à rua principal que vem desde a ponte da praia fluvial do Alfusqueiro. Aqui começam as pendentes mais suaves, que continuam até à aldeia de Cabeço do Cão. Que nome peculiar 😁
Subida que é um bom desafio por esta vertente. Recomendo.

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First of all, the name of the locality at the end of the climb is "Cabeço do Cão" and not as incorrectly stated on Google Maps and consequently on climbfinder.

This route, starting at the Chousinha bridge and passing through the heart of the locality of Préstimo, is little known and quite tough, which is why I recommended it to climbfinder. Usually, cyclists take the more known and touristic side (due to the river beach), which happens to be more accessible.

The climb begins right after the small Chousinha bridge and immediately starts with very steep slopes and hairpin turns. We reach the first houses, and things calm down with even a small descent. Shortly after, there's a little road that goes through the village's heart, which, let's say, is a shortcut to the boring main street. It starts right away with steep inclines and tight turns 😬. A little further, we reach the main street that comes from the river beach bridge of Alfusqueiro. Here the gentler slopes begin, continuing to the village of Cabeço do Cão. What a peculiar name 😁

A climb that is a good challenge from this side. I recommend it.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:41:16
7 mph 00:29:13
9 mph 00:22:46
12 mph 00:17:06

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo 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!

Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo 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!

Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo is 3.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo is 7.2%.

Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.2%.

The summit of Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo is at 1496 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:41:16 to climb Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo. At 7 mph the time is 00:29:13, and at 9 mph 00:22:46. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:06 is an achievable time.

Cabeça do Cão from Rio do Alfusqueiro via Préstimo is located in the region Beira Litoral in Portugal.

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