Cruz de Linares via Sograndio

Cruz de Linares can be cycled from 2 sides. Cruz de Linares from San Andrés is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Cruz de Linares via Sograndio.

Cruz de Linares via Sograndio 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!

Cruz de Linares via Sograndio 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.

Cruz de Linares via Sograndio is 4.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Cruz de Linares via Sograndio is 9.1%.

Cruz de Linares via Sograndio has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.1%.

The summit of Cruz de Linares via Sograndio is at 2762 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:52:57 to climb Cruz de Linares via Sograndio. At 7 mph the time is 00:37:29, and at 9 mph 00:29:13. For the fastest cyclists, 00:21:57 is an achievable time.

Cruz de Linares via Sograndio is located in the region Asturias in Spain.