Cat 1 Carretera

Sierra Espuña from Alhama de Murcia

Murcia, spain

The Carretera rises 20.3km through rolling hills and mountain roads, gaining 1,152m to 1,391m. The average gradient of 5.7% disguises ramps of 11.6% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 33 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Murcia, Spain.

  • The 1st climb in Murcia by elevation gain.
  • The 1st climb in Murcia by summit elevation.
  • 33 hairpin bends — the switchbacks are the rhythm of this climb, each one a small victory.
  • One of only 2,281 Category 1 climbs in the database.
  • A false flat around km 8 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Sierra Espuña from Alhama de Murcia

Murcia, spain

20.3km 1152m 5.7%
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Distance

20.3km

Avg Gradient

5.7%

Max Gradient

11.6%

Elevation Gain

1152m

Summit

1,391m

Wall Rating

5.8

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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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