Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá

Puerto del Espino can be cycled from 5 sides. Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Puerto del Espino from La Cañada del Real Tesoro, Puerto del Espino from Gaucín, Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá & Puerto del Espino from Jimera de Líbar.

Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá 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 del Espino from Benarrabá 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!

Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá is 4.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá is 7.4%.

Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.9%.

The summit of Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá is at 2769 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:50:56 to climb Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá. At 7 mph the time is 00:36:03, and at 9 mph 00:28:06. For the fastest cyclists, 00:21:06 is an achievable time.

Puerto del Espino from Benarrabá is located in the region Costa del Sol in Spain.