Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda

Statistics

Difficulty points	2048
Length	22.7 mi
Average gradient	6.7%
Steepest segment	15.6%
Total ascent	7972 ft

Difficulty points

2048

Length

22.7 mi

Average gradient

6.7%

Steepest segment

15.6%

Total ascent

7972 ft

Short recap

Famous climb

Beautiful scenery

80 hairpin turns

#43 toughest climb of World

#32 most elevation gain of World

#68 longest climb of Europe

#26 average steepest climb of La Palma

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Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda

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Beautiful climb from almost sea level. First 2 km bad tarmac to after fine. It is a great experience and very quiet.

Climbing times

5 mph	04:33:31
7 mph	03:13:38
9 mph	02:30:54
12 mph	01:53:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roque de los Muchachos can be cycled from 4 sides. Roque de los Muchachos from Mirador Puerto de Garafía is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Roque de los Muchachos from Santa Cruz de la Palma, Roque de los Muchachos from El Tablado & Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda.

The Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda is extremely hard. We recommend that you choose the lightest possible gearing, such as a 34-tooth or smaller chainring, combined with a 34-tooth rear cog. Otherwise, there's a good chance you'll need to put a foot down sooner or later. If you think you need to go even lighter, you could consider using a gravel or mountain bike, or installing a gravel or mountain bike derailleur with a rear cog of more than 40 teeth. Good luck!

Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda falls into the Super Hors Catégorie, the absolute top category. These are the most extreme climbs that exist. Even with excellent fitness, there is a chance you will have to put a foot down. Only the strongest make it to the top without any problems.

Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda is 22.7 mi long.

The average gradient of Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda is 6.7%.

Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.6%.

The summit of Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda is at 7943 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:33:31 to climb Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda. At 7 mph the time is 03:13:38, and at 9 mph 02:30:54. For the fastest cyclists, 01:53:22 is an achievable time.

Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda is located in the region La Palma in Spain.

Roque de los Muchachos from Puerto de Puntagorda

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Reviews (1)

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