Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera

Statistics

Difficulty points	553
Length	5.4 mi
Average gradient	7.2%
Steepest segment	13.5%
Total ascent	2054 ft

Difficulty points

553

Length

5.4 mi

Average gradient

7.2%

Steepest segment

13.5%

Total ascent

2054 ft

Short recap

Beautiful scenery

13 hairpin turns

#17 toughest climb of Gran Canaria

#85 most elevation gain of Canary Islands

#29 longest climb of Gran Canaria

#17 average steepest climb of Gran Canaria

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Reviews (3)

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3 Mo 4.0

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Pretty tough climb once you leave the built-up area. Is steeper than it looks.

johs78

11 Mo 4.0

Nice road and tarmac. Can be some traffic. Beautiful view of a nice area.

blizzar

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A beautiful driveway, in the second part it gives you a bite, a beautiful view of La Aldea, a lot of traffic during the day.

Climbing times

5 mph	01:05:01
7 mph	00:46:01
9 mph	00:35:52
12 mph	00:26:57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Degollada de la Aldea can be cycled from 4 sides. Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Degollada de la Aldea from Tasartico, Degollada de la Aldea from Playa de Tasarte & Degollada de la Aldea from Veneguera.

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera 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!

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera 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!

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera is 5.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera is 7.2%.

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.5%.

The summit of Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera is at 2221 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:05:01 to climb Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera. At 7 mph the time is 00:46:01, and at 9 mph 00:35:52. For the fastest cyclists, 00:26:57 is an achievable time.

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera is located in the region Gran Canaria in Spain.

Degollada de la Aldea from La Ladera

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Short recap

Photos (6)

Reviews (3)

Climbing times

Road surface condition

Traffic

Frequently Asked Questions

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