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Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua

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Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua
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Elevation profile Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua

Statistics

Difficulty points 778
Length 7.1 mi
Average gradient 7.5%
Steepest segment 14.8%
Total ascent 2799 ft

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Hidden gem
18 hairpin turns
#64 toughest climb of Canary Islands
#51 most elevation gain of Canary Islands
#68 longest climb of Canary Islands
#23 average steepest climb of La Palma
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Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua is a climb in the region La Palma. It is 7.1 mi long and bridges 2799 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 778. The top of the ascent is located at 3921 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 4 photos.

5.0 by Daniel_Kierok
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: German.
The Cueva de Agua pass is another of La Palma's "insider tips". The climb is 11.30 kilometres long and has an average gradient of 7.1 percent. Almost exactly 800 metres in altitude are climbed here. The start of the pass begins 3 kilometres after the coastal town of Santo Domingo, coming from the main road LP-114, and is unfortunately easy to miss. Only a sign reading "Cueva de Agua" shows you the way to the small pass road. Here, too, you will have little chance of mee... read more

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The Cueva de Agua pass is another of La Palma's "insider tips". The climb is 11.30 kilometres long and has an average gradient of 7.1 percent. Almost exactly 800 metres in altitude are climbed here.
The start of the pass begins 3 kilometres after the coastal town of Santo Domingo, coming from the main road LP-114, and is unfortunately easy to miss. Only a sign reading "Cueva de Agua" shows you the way to the small pass road. Here, too, you will have little chance of meeting any cars. The road is almost completely resurfaced. There is only one short section, which is about 300 metres long, where you'll hop over a concrete pavement.
The typical La Palma scenery is on offer here. You drive past old lava scree and through beautiful pine forests, which smell so wonderful when the warm sun shines on them.
Once you reach the top, you will find yourself at a monument and a barbecue area. You will also meet up with the main LP-1 road again here, making this pass a wonderful alternative route.

Der Pass Cueva de Agua ist ein weiterer "Insider Tipp" La Palma´s. Der Anstieg geht über 11,30 Kilometer und hat eine Steigung, welche im Schnitt 7,1 Prozent aufweist. Ziemlich genau 800 Höhenmeter werden hier erklimmen.
Der Einstieg zum Pass beginnt 3 Kilometer nach dem Küstenort Santo Domingo, von der Hauptstraße LP-114 aus kommend, und ist leider leicht zu übersehen. Nur ein Schild auf dem "Cueva de Agua" steht, weist euch den Weg auf die kleine Passstraße. Auch hier werdet ihr wenig Chancen haben, auf PKW´s zu treffen. Die Straße ist fast komplett mit neuem Straßenbelag überzogen. Nur an einem kurzen Stück, welches etwa 300 Meter lang ist, werdet ihr über ein Betonstraßenstück hoppeln.
Landschaftlich bieten euch hier die La Palma typischen Blickfänge an. Ihr fahrt vorbei an altem Lavageröll, sowie durch wunderschöne Kiefernwälder, die so herrlich duften wenn die warme Sonne darauf scheint.
Ganz oben angekommen befindet ihr euch dann an einem Denkmal, sowie einem Grillplatz. Ihr trefft hier auch wieder die große Straße LP-1. Demnach lässt sich dieser Pass wunderbar als Alternativroute befahren.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:25:18
7 mph 01:00:23
9 mph 00:47:04
12 mph 00:35:21

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Frequently Asked Questions

Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua 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!

Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua 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.

Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua is 7.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua is 7.5%.

Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.8%.

The summit of Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua is at 3921 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:25:18 to climb Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua. At 7 mph the time is 01:00:23, and at 9 mph 00:47:04. For the fastest cyclists, 00:35:21 is an achievable time.

Calle Catela via Cueva de Agua is located in the region La Palma in Spain.

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