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Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo

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This climb is partly on a gravel surface, but can be ridden with a road bike.
Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo
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Elevation profile Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo
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Statistics

Difficulty points 1262
Length 17.2 mi
Average gradient 5%
Steepest segment 11.2%
Total ascent 4564 ft

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14 hairpin turns
Gravel
#37 toughest climb of Portugal
#40 most elevation gain of Portugal
#22 longest climb of Portugal
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Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo is a climb in the region Serra da Estrela. It is 17.2 mi long and bridges 4564 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 5%, resulting in a difficulty score of 1262. The top of the ascent is located at 6535 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 2 photos.

Road names: CM 1143, CM 1022, EN 338 & EN 338-1

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Beautiful drive in beautiful nature, perfect roads, little traffic.... read more

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Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo
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Beautiful drive in beautiful nature, perfect roads, little traffic.

Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo
Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo
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Climbing times

5 mph 03:27:13
7 mph 02:26:42
9 mph 01:54:19
12 mph 01:25:53

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need special gearing for Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo. 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.

Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo belongs to the Hors Catégorie, the top category. These are legendary and very tough climbs. A solid cycling condition, experience, and a good climbing gear ratio are essential to maintain a smooth cadence and complete the climb comfortably.

Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo is 17.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo is 5%.

Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.2%.

The summit of Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo is at 6535 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:27:13 to climb Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo. At 7 mph the time is 02:26:42, and at 9 mph 01:54:19. For the fastest cyclists, 01:25:53 is an achievable time.

Torre / Serra da Estrela from Rio Zêzere via Serra de Baixo is located in the region Beira Alta in Portugal.

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