Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo

Posto de Vigia do Carvalho can be cycled from 2 sides. Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Vila Nova de Poiares is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo.

You don't need special gearing for Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo. 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.

Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo 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!

Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo is 4.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo is 5.8%.

Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.8%.

The summit of Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo is at 1450 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:57:47 to climb Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo. At 7 mph the time is 00:40:54, and at 9 mph 00:31:52. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:57 is an achievable time.

Posto de Vigia do Carvalho from Louredo is located in the region Beira Litoral in Portugal.