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Serra d'Arga from Argela

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Difficulty points 473
Length 8.4 mi
Average gradient 4.6%
Steepest segment 12.8%
Total ascent 2034 ft
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Serra d'Arga from Argela is a climb in the region Minho. It is 8.4 mi long and bridges 2034 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 473. The top of the ascent is located at 1798 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

Road names: EM 526 & EM 552

2.0 by AndrewH27
This is an automatic translation, the original language is: English.
Not the nicest way up to Serra d’Arga. The road surface is pretty poor… but it’s better going up this way than coming down if you want to a loop over Serra d’Arga. After you get to the roundabout for the A28, there is a short downhill and then some of the tougher gradients. There is a water fountain just to the right, near a house if you need a top up. You should see plenty of the semi wild horses.... read more

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Not the nicest way up to Serra d’Arga. The road surface is pretty poor… but it’s better going up this way than coming down if you want to a loop over Serra d’Arga. After you get to the roundabout for the A28, there is a short downhill and then some of the tougher gradients. There is a water fountain just to the right, near a house if you need a top up. You should see plenty of the semi wild horses.

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Climbing times

5 mph 01:40:57
7 mph 01:11:28
9 mph 00:55:41
12 mph 00:41:50

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Frequently Asked Questions

Serra d'Arga can be cycled from 2 sides. Serra d'Arga from Covas is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Serra d'Arga from Argela.

You don't need special gearing for Serra d'Arga from Argela. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Serra d'Arga from Argela 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!

Serra d'Arga from Argela is 8.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Serra d'Arga from Argela is 4.6%.

Serra d'Arga from Argela has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.8%.

The summit of Serra d'Arga from Argela is at 1798 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:40:57 to climb Serra d'Arga from Argela. At 7 mph the time is 01:11:28, and at 9 mph 00:55:41. For the fastest cyclists, 00:41:50 is an achievable time.

Serra d'Arga from Argela is located in the region Minho in Portugal.

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