How much climbing does Los Machucos from Bustablado have?

+735 m in 8.4 km, at 8.7 % on average.

What is the steepest gradient on Los Machucos from Bustablado?

Its hardest kilometre is at 15 %: bring low gears.

How long does Los Machucos from Bustablado take?

At 10 km/h on average, about 50 min. At a normal pace on a road bike, counting the climbing, about 1 h 25.

Are there water fountains on Los Machucos from Bustablado?

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

Road · Arredondo, Cantabria Hard

Los Machucos from Bustablado

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In short: Climb of 8.4 km and +735 m from Arredondo (Cantabria), at 8.7 % on average up to 917 m. It's hard and takes about 1 h 25 to climb; its hardest kilometre is at 15 % and it's almost all on tarmac.

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Distance: 8.4 km
Elevation gain: +735 m
Max altitude: 917 m
Hardest km: 15.0 %
Difficulty: Hard
Estimated time: 1 h 25 min

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

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0 km4.2 km8.4 km

917 m

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Surface

Tarmac 95 % Track 0 % Trail 5 %

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

The route

The climb to Collado Espina and Los Machucos from Bustablado, on the side the Vuelta made famous. It is a very narrow road, with grooved concrete sections and brutal ramps between meadows and Pas huts. Fit the shortest gearing you have and climb without rushing: on some stretches it is hard to stay on the bike. At the top is the monument to the Pas cow. Watch out for free-roaming livestock, fog and wet surfaces, which are very slippery on the descent. Best from May to October and with dry roads. Take water from the valley: there is nowhere to stop on the climb.

Track based on OpenStreetMap (signposted climb CIMA CA18) (ODbL).

Frequently asked questions

How much climbing does Los Machucos from Bustablado have?: +735 m in 8.4 km, at 8.7 % on average.
What is the steepest gradient on Los Machucos from Bustablado?: Its hardest kilometre is at 15 %: bring low gears.
How long does Los Machucos from Bustablado take?: At 10 km/h on average, about 50 min. At a normal pace on a road bike, counting the climbing, about 1 h 25.
Are there water fountains on Los Machucos from Bustablado?: 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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Today: perfect for riding 9–16 °C · wind 14 km/h · best from 13:00 to 16:00

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