Fuente las Varas from Matienzo

Fuente las Varas can be cycled from 3 sides. Fuente las Varas from Solórzano is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Fuente las Varas from Matienzo & Puerto de Fuente las Varas from San Miguel de Aras.

Fuente las Varas from Matienzo 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!

Fuente las Varas from Matienzo 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, Fuente las Varas from Matienzo is not a problem.

Fuente las Varas from Matienzo is 3.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Fuente las Varas from Matienzo is 6%.

Fuente las Varas from Matienzo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.9%.

The summit of Fuente las Varas from Matienzo is at 1444 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:37:38 to climb Fuente las Varas from Matienzo. At 7 mph the time is 00:26:38, and at 9 mph 00:20:46. For the fastest cyclists, 00:15:36 is an achievable time.

Fuente las Varas from Matienzo is located in the region Cantabria in Spain.