Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra

Povoinha can be cycled from 4 sides. Povoinha from Ponte de Álvaro is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra, Povoinha from Oleiros & Povoinha via Ribeiro das Hortas.

Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra 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!

Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra is 3.6 mi long.

The average gradient of Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra is 10.5%.

Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.1%.

The summit of Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra is at 2874 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:42:53 to climb Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra. At 7 mph the time is 00:30:21, and at 9 mph 00:23:39. For the fastest cyclists, 00:17:46 is an achievable time.

Povoinha from Álvaro via Longra is located in the region Beira-Baixa-province in Portugal.