Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira

Pico do Facho can be cycled from 7 sides. Miradouro do Pedregal from Dragoal is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Miradouro do Pedregal from Camacha, Miradouro do Pedregal from Estrada da Fonte da Areia, Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira, Pico do Facho from Dragoal, Pico do Facho from Dragoal via Farrobo & Pico do Facho from Camacha.

Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira 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!

Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira 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!

Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira is 2.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira is 8.4%.

Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 14.7%.

The summit of Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira is at 1056 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:26:11 to climb Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira. At 7 mph the time is 00:18:32, and at 9 mph 00:14:26. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:51 is an achievable time.

Pico do Facho from Vila Baleira is located in the region Porto Santo in Portugal.