Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços

Alto de Favais can be cycled from 6 sides. Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Mourão is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços, Alto de Favais from Mondim de Basto, Alto de Favais from Povoação, Alto de Favais from Barragem de Gouvães & Alto de Favais from Rio Torno.

Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços 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!

Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços 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.

Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços is 6.5 mi long.

The average gradient of Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços is 6.6%.

Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 13.2%.

The summit of Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços is at 3445 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:17:53 to climb Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços. At 7 mph the time is 00:55:08, and at 9 mph 00:42:58. For the fastest cyclists, 00:32:17 is an achievable time.

Alto de Favais from Cabriz via Carapoços is located in the region Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro in Portugal.