Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos

Statistics

Difficulty points	1372
Length	20.8 mi
Average gradient	5.6%
Steepest segment	12.2%
Total ascent	6168 ft

Difficulty points

1372

Length

20.8 mi

Average gradient

5.6%

Steepest segment

12.2%

Total ascent

6168 ft

Short recap

25 hairpin turns

#31 toughest climb of Portugal

#49 most elevation gain of Europe

#2 longest climb of Portugal

#66 average steepest climb of Madeira Archipelago

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Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos

Reviews (2)

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KrisD4

10 Mo 5.0

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Beautiful climb with steepest parts in first half , good tarmac with nice views , last 6 km also tough , similar to last 6 on the Ventoux , must do as a cycling enthusiast 👍

patrickf ^premium

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This route seemed to be the least steep way up Pico do Arieiro. Starting by sea in the centre of Funchal the first ~500m is climbing up through the city with good views. You then leave the city and climb up through eucalyptus trees on a quiet road. The route steepens for the second half. The views from the top are fantastic! I did it (twice) in July on good quality bikes rented in Funchal. Definitely worth starting early as there's not much shade on the top half, and take lots of water.

Climbing times

5 mph	04:11:26
7 mph	02:58:00
9 mph	02:18:43
12 mph	01:44:13

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos. 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.

Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos is 20.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos is 5.6%.

Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.2%.

The summit of Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos is at 5886 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:11:26 to climb Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos. At 7 mph the time is 02:58:00, and at 9 mph 02:18:43. For the fastest cyclists, 01:44:13 is an achievable time.

Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos is located in the region Madeira Island in Portugal.

Pico do Arieiro from Funchal via Caminho dos Pretos

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Reviews (2)

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