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Calar Alto from Desierto de Tabernas via Gérgal

Andalusia, spain

The AL rises 37.4km through mountain forest into exposed high country, gaining 1,981m to 2,157m. The average gradient of 5.3% disguises ramps of 11.5% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 10 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. At 2,157m, the summit rises above the treeline into an exposed, often windswept landscape. Located in Andalusia, Spain.

  • The 7th climb in Andalusia by distance.
  • The 7th climb in Andalusia by summit elevation.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • Summit above 2,000m — the road climbs above the treeline into exposed, often windswept terrain.
  • 10 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.

Calar Alto from Desierto de Tabernas via Gérgal

Andalusia, spain

37.4km 1981m 5.3%
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Distance

37.4km

Avg Gradient

5.3%

Max Gradient

11.5%

Elevation Gain

1981m

Summit

2,157m

Wall Rating

7.1

What things cost

Typical prices in Spain

€1.70

Coffee

€3.00

Beer

€11.00

Meal

€1.00

Water

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