How hard is Ouca from Rio Boco?

Classified as Category 5, Ouca from Rio Boco is a manageable climb suitable for most riders.

How long is Ouca from Rio Boco?

Ouca from Rio Boco is 1.4km long with 67m of elevation gain. At a typical climbing pace, expect the ascent to take roughly 8 minutes.

Where does Ouca from Rio Boco start?

Ouca from Rio Boco starts on the Rua in Aveiro, Portugal. The starting coordinates are 40.5158°N, -8.6622°E.

What is the steepest section of Ouca from Rio Boco?

The steepest 100-metre section of Ouca from Rio Boco hits 10.2%. A serious ramp that will have you out of the saddle. The average gradient across the full climb is 4.8%.

Cat 5 Rua

Ouca from Rio Boco

Aveiro, portugal

The Rua rises 1.4km through gentle countryside, gaining 67m to 69m. The average gradient of 4.8% disguises ramps of 10.2% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in Aveiro, Portugal.

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