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Pico do Arieiro from Gaula

Madeira, portugal

Pico do Arieiro from Gaula is one of cycling's great tests — 27.1km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,856m from base to summit. Averaging 6.8%, the road kicks to 13.1% at its steepest — a serious ramp that demands respect. The 25 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. The road reaches 1,794m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Madeira, Portugal.

  • The crux hits between km 12 and km 16 — 18km above 10% averaging 11.4%.
  • The 4th climb in Portugal by elevation gain.
  • Higher summit than 99% of climbs in Portugal.
  • Harder than 99% of climbs in Portugal.
  • The 3rd climb in Madeira by distance.

Pico do Arieiro from Gaula

Madeira, portugal

27.1km 1856m 6.8%
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Distance

27.1km

Avg Gradient

6.8%

Max Gradient

13.1%

Elevation Gain

1856m

Summit

1,794m

Wall Rating

7.7

What things cost

Typical prices in Portugal

€1.20

Coffee

€2.50

Beer

€8.50

Meal

€0.80

Water

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