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Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo

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Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo
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Elevation profile Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo

Statistics

Difficulty points 825
Length 4.7 mi
Average gradient 8.9%
Steepest segment 19.1%
Total ascent 2228 ft

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Beautiful scenery
7 hairpin turns
#11 toughest climb of Castile and León
#61 most elevation gain of Castile and León
#21 average steepest climb of Castile and León
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Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is a climb in the region Cantabrian Mountains. It is 4.7 mi long and bridges 2228 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 8.9%, resulting in a difficulty score of 825. The top of the ascent is located at 5449 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road name: LE-4211

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This is an automatic translation, the original language is: Dutch.
Beautiful climb. The valley looks deserted but wonderful. Road surface is doable in itself, although the descent is perhaps a little less so. Tight asphalt it is not, either. The last 5 km are 12％ on average. Very tricky. You are likely to encounter cows as you rake uphill. At the top, clouds tend to linger so it can be very cold, wet and windy even in summer. All in all, the steepness of the last 5 km makes it a must if you are in the area.... read more

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Beautiful climb. The valley looks deserted but wonderful. Road surface is doable in itself, although the descent is perhaps a little less so. Tight asphalt it is not, either. The last 5 km are 12％ on average. Very tricky. You are likely to encounter cows as you rake uphill. At the top, clouds tend to linger so it can be very cold, wet and windy even in summer. All in all, the steepness of the last 5 km makes it a must if you are in the area.

Mooie klim. Het dal doet verlaten maar wonderschoon aan. Wegdek is op zich te doen, al is het afdalen misschien wel ietsje minder. Strak asfalt is het ook niet. De laatste 5 km zijn gemiddeld 12％. Erg lastig. Je hebt de kans koeien tegen te komen als je naar boven harkt. Bovenop blijft er nog al eens een wolk hangen waardoor het ook zomers erg koud, nat en winderig kan zijn. Al met al door de steilte in de laatste 5 km wel een must als je in de buurt bent.

Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo
Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo
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Climbing times

5 mph 00:56:55
7 mph 00:40:18
9 mph 00:31:24
12 mph 00:23:35

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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 Tejedo 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 Tejedo 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.

Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is 4.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is 8.9%.

Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 19.1%.

The summit of Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is at 5449 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:56:55 to climb Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo. At 7 mph the time is 00:40:18, and at 9 mph 00:31:24. For the fastest cyclists, 00:23:35 is an achievable time.

Puerto de Ancares from Tejedo is located in the region Castile and León in Spain.

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