Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte

Presas can be cycled from 3 sides. Presas from Silva Escura via Rua do Chorio is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte & Presas from Silva Escura via Calçada da Ribeirinha.

Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte 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!

Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte 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!

Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte is 1.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte is 12.5%.

Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 21.5%.

The summit of Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte is at 1660 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:13:16 to climb Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte. At 7 mph the time is 00:09:23, and at 9 mph 00:07:19. For the fastest cyclists, 00:05:30 is an achievable time.

Presas from Silva Escura via Rua da Fonte is located in the region Beira Litoral in Portugal.