Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal

Statistics

Difficulty points	426
Length	5.8 mi
Average gradient	6.6%
Steepest segment	10%
Total ascent	2014 ft

Difficulty points

426

Length

5.8 mi

Average gradient

6.6%

Steepest segment

10%

Total ascent

2014 ft

Short recap

14 hairpin turns

#46 toughest climb of Costa del Sol

#46 most elevation gain of Costa del Sol

#78 longest climb of Costa del Sol

#39 average steepest climb of Costa del Sol

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Beautiful climb, very little traffic and nice environment and views

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Good asphalt. Little traffic until Algatocín. Lovely climb

Climbing times

5 mph	01:09:56
7 mph	00:49:31
9 mph	00:38:35
12 mph	00:28:59

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 Rio Genal 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 Rio Genal 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 Rio Genal is 5.8 mi long.

The average gradient of Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal is 6.6%.

Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 10%.

The summit of Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal is at 2762 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:09:56 to climb Puerto del Espino from Rio Genal. At 7 mph the time is 00:49:31, and at 9 mph 00:38:35. For the fastest cyclists, 00:28:59 is an achievable time.

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

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