Carambola from Porto da Balsa

Carambola can be cycled from 5 sides. Carambola from Porto da Balsa is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Carambola from Coja, Carambola from Avô, Carambola from Avô via Mourisia & Carambola from Ponte de Fajão.

Carambola from Porto da Balsa 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!

Carambola from Porto da Balsa 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!

Carambola from Porto da Balsa is 4 mi long.

The average gradient of Carambola from Porto da Balsa is 6.8%.

Carambola from Porto da Balsa has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10.1%.

The summit of Carambola from Porto da Balsa is at 3465 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:48:51 to climb Carambola from Porto da Balsa. At 7 mph the time is 00:34:35, and at 9 mph 00:26:57. For the fastest cyclists, 00:20:15 is an achievable time.

Carambola from Porto da Balsa is located in the region Beira-Baixa-province in Portugal.