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Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco

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Elevation profile Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco

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Difficulty points 1233
Length 7.4 mi
Average gradient 9.3%
Steepest segment 18%
Total ascent 3648 ft

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Beautiful scenery
10 hairpin turns
#40 toughest climb of Spain
#25 most elevation gain of Cantabrian Mountains
#38 longest climb of Galicia
#33 average steepest climb of Galicia
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Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco is a climb in the region Galicia. It is 7.4 mi long and bridges 3648 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 9.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1233. The top of the ascent is located at 5449 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: LU-P-3508, Navia de Suarna & LE-4211

5.0 by Andre
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
This beautiful climb in the Cantabrian mountains is a real must. In the first 2.5 km there is even a short bend with a 20％ % incline, luckily it is only a short bend. The last km are also very hard with a short section of 18％ . The climb is often shrouded in fog and was several times a decisive stage in the Tour of Spain, for example in 2012 when Joaquim Rodriguez fought a legendary battle with Chris Froome who finished 2nd and Valverde and Contador 3rd and 4th. So a climb for the real clim... read more

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This beautiful climb in the Cantabrian mountains is a real must. In the first 2.5 km there is even a short bend with a 20％ % incline, luckily it is only a short bend. The last km are also very hard with a short section of 18％ . The climb is often shrouded in fog and was several times a decisive stage in the Tour of Spain, for example in 2012 when Joaquim Rodriguez fought a legendary battle with Chris Froome who finished 2nd and Valverde and Contador 3rd and 4th. So a climb for the real climbers. The climb is mainly in an open area and the road surface is very good.

Deze prachtige klim in het Cantabrische gebergte is een echte aanrader . In de eerste 2.5 km heb je zelfs heel even een korte bocht met een stijgingspercentage van 20％ , gelukkig meer heel even en kort. Ook de laatste kms zijn erg zwaar met terug een korte strook van 18％ . De klim ligt ook regelmatig in de mist gehuld en was meerdere malen een scherprechter in de ronde van Spanje zo onder meer in 2012 toen Joaquim Rodriguez er een legendarische strijd leverde met Chris Froome die 2de werd en Valverde en Contador 3de en 4de . Dus een klim voor de echte klimmers. De klim ligt vooral in een open gebied en het wegdek is zeer goed.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:29:54
7 mph 01:03:38
9 mph 00:49:36
12 mph 00:37:15

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Frequently Asked Questions

Puerto de Ancares can be cycled from 4 sides. Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco, Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Balouta & Puerto de Ancares from Donís.

Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco 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!

Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco 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.

Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco is 7.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco is 9.3%.

Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18%.

The summit of Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco is at 5449 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:29:54 to climb Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco. At 7 mph the time is 01:03:38, and at 9 mph 00:49:36. For the fastest cyclists, 00:37:15 is an achievable time.

Puerto de Ancares from Murias via Pan de Zarco is located in the region Galicia in Spain.

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