Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros

Caramulo can be cycled from 7 sides. Caramulo via São João do Monte is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Caramulo via Alcofra, Caramulo from Campo de Besteiros via Figueiral, Caramulo from Rio Águeda via Freimoninho, Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros, Caramulo from Mosteirinho & Caramulo from Campo de Besteiros.

Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros 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!

Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros is 5.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros is 9%.

Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.6%.

The summit of Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros is at 3291 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:05:55 to climb Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros. At 7 mph the time is 00:46:40, and at 9 mph 00:36:22. For the fastest cyclists, 00:27:19 is an achievable time.

Caramulo from Barreiro de Besteiros is located in the region Beira Alta in Portugal.