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Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim

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Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
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Statistics

Difficulty points 289
Length 5 mi
Average gradient 5.2%
Steepest segment 12.7%
Total ascent 1362 ft

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Famous climb
3 hairpin turns
#64 toughest climb of Costa del Azahar
#90 most elevation gain of Costa del Azahar
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Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is a climb in the region Costa del Azahar. It is 5 mi long and bridges 1362 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5.2%, resulting in a difficulty score of 289. The top of the ascent is located at 1388 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 4 reviews of this climb and uploaded 9 photos.

Road name: CV-147

3.0 by armandgilson
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: French.
I rode the hotel owner's mini-bike up the hill during my stay in Oropesa del Mar in 1976...I was young and unaware!!!... read more

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Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim
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Reviews (4)

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Kilian
Kilian
1 y 5.0
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This climb allows you to step back from the city and enjoy uninterrupted views of the sea. The gradient is never too steep, so it's easy to find a rhythm. The surface is flawless and there's an information panel every kilometre as you climb.

Cette montée permet de prendre du recul sur la ville et donne une vue imprenable sur la mer. L'inclinaison n'est jamais affolante et un peut donc trouver un rythme. le revêtement est sans défauts et votre ascension est accompagnée d'un panneau d'information tous les kilomètres.

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Lucien08
Lucien08 premium
1 y 4.0
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Very nice bump with a great view if the weather is good. At several points, it twists a bit with lots of bends but I find the climb really affordable,. it never climbs above 8％ for more than 200-400m so it's really affordable and it can be a workout to see if you're in shape to do other passes in the region.

Très belle bosse avec une belle vue si il fait beau. À plusieurs moments, ça tournoient un peu avec beaucoup de virages mais je trouve la montée vraiment abordable,. ça ne monte jamais au dessus des 8％ pendant plus de 200-400m donc c'est vraiment abordable et ça peut être un entraînement pour voir si l'on est en forme pour faire d'autres cols de la région

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MaartenBol
MaartenBol
1 y 5.0

A beautiful climb in a beautiful area. This borderline 2/3 cat climb isn't a must, but it is a beautiful climb if you are even remotely in the area. Just don't entertain it on a mini-bike you fool. If i may i recommend taking if from this side if you are a beginner climber/practicing climbing. If you are looking more for a false flat you have to do it from the other side.

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armandgilson
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4 y 3.0
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I rode the hotel owner's mini-bike up the hill during my stay in Oropesa del Mar in 1976...I was young and unaware!!!

Montée effectuée avec le mini-vélo du propriétaire de l' hôtel, lors de mon séjour à Oropesa del Mar en 1976...J' étais jeune et inconscient!!!

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Climbing times

5 mph 00:59:58
7 mph 00:42:27
9 mph 00:33:05
12 mph 00:24:51

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Frequently Asked Questions

Desierto de las Palmas can be cycled from 3 sides. Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Desierto de las Palmas from Castellón & Desierto de las Palmas from Corral del Horta.

You don't need special gearing for Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is not a problem.

Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is 5 mi long.

The average gradient of Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is 5.2%.

Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.7%.

The summit of Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is at 1388 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:59:58 to climb Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim. At 7 mph the time is 00:42:27, and at 9 mph 00:33:05. For the fastest cyclists, 00:24:51 is an achievable time.

Desierto de las Palmas from Benicasim is located in the region Costa del Azahar in Spain.

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