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Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas
Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas
Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas
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Difficulty points 334
Length 1.4 mi
Average gradient 9.5%
Steepest segment 16.4%
Total ascent 699 ft

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#31 average steepest climb of Galicia
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Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is a climb in the region Galicia. It is 1.4 mi long and bridges 699 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 334. The top of the ascent is located at 896 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 3 photos.

5.0 by lvaroSC
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Spanish.
One of the most beautiful and unknown ascents around Santiago de Compostela. A real challenge and a gift for all lovers of the Flanders territory: its length makes it comparable to the Old Kwaremont, and its paved route along a tree tunnel makes us think of the Koppenberg. This ascent, which is part of the itinerary of the Way of St. James to Finistère, crosses the shady Ovellas Forest. The pavement is interspersed with sections of cobblestones that, although perfectly passable with a conve... read more

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One of the most beautiful and unknown ascents around Santiago de Compostela.
A real challenge and a gift for all lovers of the Flanders territory: its length makes it comparable to the Old Kwaremont, and its paved route along a tree tunnel makes us think of the Koppenberg.

This ascent, which is part of the itinerary of the Way of St. James to Finistère, crosses the shady Ovellas Forest. The pavement is interspersed with sections of cobblestones that, although perfectly passable with a conventional road bike, should be avoided on rainy days or in seasons when it may have accumulated a lot of mud.

For those who find it too hard to tackle it all at once, there are several rest areas with stone benches along the way.
The descent is more advisable by the asphalt road that runs parallel to this path.

It is also one of the most interesting ways to reach the beautiful village of Ponte Maceira from Santiago or Bertamiráns.

Uno de las ascensiones más bellas y desconocidas del entorno de Santiago de Compostela.
Un auténtico reto y un regalo para todos los amantes del territorio Flandes: su longitud lo equipara al Viejo Kwaremont, y su trayecto pavimentado a lo largo de un túnel arbóreo nos hace pensar en el Koppenberg.

Esta ascensión, que forma parte del itinerario del Camino de Santiago hacia Finisterre, atraviesa el sombrío Bosque de Ovellas. El pavimento intercala tramós de sterrato con otros de adoquín que, si bien son perfectamente transitables con una bicicleta de carretera convencional, si conviene evitarlo en días de lluvia o en temporadas en las que pueda haberse acumulado mucho barro.

Para aquellos a los que les resulte muy duro afrontarlo del tirón, durante su trayecto hay varias zonas de descanso con bancos de piedra.
El descenso resulta más recomendable por la carretera asfaltada que discurre paralela a este camino.

Es, además, una de las maneras más interesantes para llegar al precioso pueblo de Ponte Maceira desde Santiago o Bertamiráns.

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:16:43
7 mph 00:11:50
9 mph 00:09:13
12 mph 00:06:56

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cotón Negro can be cycled from 3 sides. Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cotón Negro from Augapesada & Cotón Negro from Ponte Maceira.

Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas 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!

Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas 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!

Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is 1.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is 9.5%.

Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.4%.

The summit of Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is at 896 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:16:43 to climb Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas. At 7 mph the time is 00:11:50, and at 9 mph 00:09:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:06:56 is an achievable time.

Cotón Negro from Augapesada via Bosque de Ovellas is located in the region Galicia in Spain.

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