How much climbing does El Caracol from Selaya have?

+631 m in 10.6 km, at 6 % on average.

How long does El Caracol from Selaya take?

At 10 km/h on average, about 1 h 05. At a normal pace on a road bike, counting the climbing, about 1 h 20.

Are there water fountains on El Caracol from Selaya?

Yes, 1 within 250 m of the route, according to OpenStreetMap. You'll see it on the map.

Road · Selaya, Cantabria Moderate

El Caracol from Selaya

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In short: Climb of 10.6 km and +631 m from Selaya (Cantabria), at 6 % on average up to 819 m. It's moderate and takes about 1 h 20 to climb; its hardest kilometre is at 8.3 % and it's almost all on tarmac.

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Distance: 10.6 km
Elevation gain: +631 m
Max altitude: 819 m
Hardest km: 8.3 %
Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time: 1 h 20 min

1 water fountain within 250 m of the route, according to OpenStreetMap. Cycling map

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Almost all tarmac: ideal for a road bike. Measured on OpenStreetMap; there may be recent changes on the ground.

The route

Climb to the El Caracol pass, the way between the Pisueña and Miera valleys. From Selaya the road heads up the valley and, near the top, links the tight hairpins that give it its name, over meadow and woodland slopes. The surface is tarmac and traffic is light, although you need to watch out for tractors and livestock. At the top you get views of the Montes de Pas. Selaya has bars, shops and a fountain; at the pass there's nothing, so climb with water. In the rain the tarmac on the bends gets slippery and fog is common for much of the year: take lights. On the other side you descend to San Roque de Riomiera, and from there you can link up with Lunada or Alisas.

Track based on OpenStreetMap (CIMA climb CA12-1) (ODbL).

Frequently asked questions

How much climbing does El Caracol from Selaya have?: +631 m in 10.6 km, at 6 % on average.
What is the steepest gradient on El Caracol from Selaya?: Its hardest kilometre is at 8.3 %.
How long does El Caracol from Selaya take?: At 10 km/h on average, about 1 h 05. At a normal pace on a road bike, counting the climbing, about 1 h 20.
Are there water fountains on El Caracol from Selaya?: Yes, 1 within 250 m of the route, according to OpenStreetMap. You'll see it on the map.

Before you set off, check the state of the road or track and follow the traffic rules. Enjoy the ride.

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