Puerto de Pontones from Arroyo de la Cuesta de la Escalera o del Camrbón
Andalusia, spain
24.4km 1087m 4.5%
1Cat 1
Puerto de Pontones from Arroyo de la Cuesta de la Escalera o del Camrbón
Andalusia, spain
Puerto de Pontones from Arroyo de la Cuesta de la Escalera o del Camrbón covers 24.4km and 1,087m of climbing, reaching 1,606m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.5% disguises ramps of 11.7% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. 11 hairpins punctuate the ascent, offering brief respite in the corners before the gradient bites again. The road reaches 1,606m — high enough to feel the altitude on tired legs. Located in Andalusia, Spain.
- Longer than 98% of climbs in Spain.
- More vertical gain than 97% of climbs in Spain.
- The crux hits between km 2 and km 3 — 5km above 10% averaging 10.8%.
- 11 hairpin bends punctuate the climb, each switchback offering a moment to regroup.
- One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
Distance
24.4km
Avg Gradient
4.5%
Max Gradient
11.7%
Elevation Gain
1087m
Summit
1,606m
Wall Rating
5.8
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Typical prices in Spain
€1.70
Coffee
€3.00
Beer
€11.00
Meal
€1.00
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