How hard is El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva?

Classified as Category 5, El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva?

El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva is 3.4km long with 109m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 20 minutes.

Where does El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva start?

El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva starts on the Calle in Castille and Leon, Spain. The starting coordinates are 41.7607°N, -4.1117°E.

What is the steepest section of El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva?

The steepest 100-metre section of El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva hits 7.3%. A noticeable steepening, but manageable with good rhythm. The average gradient across the full climb is 3.3%.

Cat 5 Calle

El Otero from Encinas de Esgueva

Castille and Leon, spain

The Calle rises 3.4km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 109m to 899m. The average gradient of 3.3% disguises ramps of 7.3% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 2 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Castille and Leon, Spain.

A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
A gentler outing by Spain standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.