Caminho do Lombo

Caminho do Lombo 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!

Caminho do Lombo 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.

Caminho do Lombo is 1.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Caminho do Lombo is 21.4%.

Caminho do Lombo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 34.3%.

The summit of Caminho do Lombo is at 1909 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:12:59 to climb Caminho do Lombo. At 7 mph the time is 00:09:12, and at 9 mph 00:07:10. For the fastest cyclists, 00:05:23 is an achievable time.

Caminho do Lombo is located in the region Madeira Island in Portugal.