El Castell de Guadalest
El Castell de Guadalest is a stunning village perched on a rocky outcrop in the Alicante province of southeastern Spain. Located in the Valencian Community, it’s known not only for its medieval castle but also for its beautiful surroundings, making it a fantastic cycling destination. The climb to Guadalest offers both challenging gradients and sweeping views of the Costa Blanca mountains and turquoise reservoirs, making it popular with cyclists from all over. The route takes you through olive and almond groves, limestone cliffs, and around the turquoise Guadalest reservoir, with views extending to the Mediterranean. It starts moderately and ramps up slightly towards the top, making it perfect for practicing steady efforts and pacing. The region enjoys a mild, sunny climate, ideal for cycling all year round, though summer can get quite warm.
Region: Comunidad Valenciana
City: Benidorm
Distance: 23.09 km
Elevation Gain: 723 m
Elevation Loss: 194 m
Difficulty: 575 (Moderate)
FIETS Index: 1.97 FIETS
Avg Grade: 3.12 %
Max cat climb: 2
Min elevation: 44 m
Max elevation: 674 m
Ride Category: Climb