Puerto de Palombera from Espinilla
Cantabria, spain
6km 330m 5.5%
3Cat 3 CA-280
Puerto de Palombera from Espinilla
Cantabria, spain
The CA-280 rises 6km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 330m to 1,258m. Averaging 5.5%, the road kicks to 9.6% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 1 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Cantabria, Spain.
- The 9th climb in Cantabria by summit elevation.
- A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
6km
Avg Gradient
5.5%
Max Gradient
9.6%
Elevation Gain
330m
Summit
1,258m
Wall Rating
3.5
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What things cost
Typical prices in Spain
€1.70
Coffee
€3.00
Beer
€11.00
Meal
€1.00
Water
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