Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas can be cycled from 3 sides. Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Ponta Garça via Rua de Estrada Velha is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Ribeira Grande & Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas.

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas 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!

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas 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!

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas is 2.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas is 8.1%.

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 16.9%.

The summit of Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas is at 2749 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:27:13 to climb Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas. At 7 mph the time is 00:19:16, and at 9 mph 00:15:00. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:16 is an achievable time.

Monte Escuro / Miradouro Lombadas from Vale das Lombadas is located in the region Azores in Portugal.