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Valley of the Tears via Mirador Degollada del Humo

Canary Islands, spain

Valley of the Tears via Mirador Degollada del Humo is one of cycling's great tests — 12km of sustained climbing, gaining 1,051m from base to summit. The average gradient of 8.8% disguises ramps of 18.8% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 20 hairpin bends define this climb — each switchback a landmark, each straight a test of resolve. Located in Canary Islands, Spain.

  • The crux hits between km 4 and km 6 — 12km above 10% averaging 12.2%.
  • Harder than 99% of climbs in Spain.
  • More vertical gain than 97% of climbs in Spain.
  • One of only 1,152 Hors Catégorie climbs in the database.
  • The 20 hairpins define the character of this ascent — tight corners and shifting gradients throughout.

Valley of the Tears via Mirador Degollada del Humo

Canary Islands, spain

12km 1051m 8.8%
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Distance

12km

Avg Gradient

8.8%

Max Gradient

18.8%

Elevation Gain

1051m

Summit

1,358m

Wall Rating

6.7

What things cost

Typical prices in Spain

€1.70

Coffee

€3.00

Beer

€11.00

Meal

€1.00

Water

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