Calçada da Corticeira

Calçada da Corticeira 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!

Calçada da Corticeira is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Calçada da Corticeira is not a problem.

Calçada da Corticeira is 0.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Calçada da Corticeira is 19.3%.

Calçada da Corticeira has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 23.5%.

The summit of Calçada da Corticeira is at 217 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:01:49 to climb Calçada da Corticeira. At 7 mph the time is 00:01:17, and at 9 mph 00:01:00. For the fastest cyclists, 00:00:45 is an achievable time.

Calçada da Corticeira is located in the region Douro Litoral in Portugal.