Angliru
Angliru is one of the climbs that all cycling aficionados have to do. Along with the likes of Alpe d’Huez, Col du Tourmalet and Passo di Mortirolo it has a mystique and reputation that stretches further than the mountain itself. Angliru’s infamy is based on the numerous steep ramps that you encounter on the final six kilometres of the climb. However, the incredible, almost unique scenery, and the near complete lack of cars makes it one of the most enjoyable as well as one of the most challenging of ascents. Angliru is nestled in between two of the most impressive mountain ranges in Spain. The Picos de Europa lie to the east, and the Somiedo Natural Park is to the south-west. Within a 100km radius you can find many of the most famous climbs in Spanish cycling.
Region: Principado de Asturias
City: Asturias
Distance: 12.98 km
Elevation Gain: 1258 m
Elevation Loss: 19 m
Difficulty: 1581 (Extreme)
FIETS Index: 12.79 FIETS
Avg Grade: 10.17 %
Max cat climb: HC
Min elevation: 314 m
Max elevation: 1573 m
Ride Category: Epic Climb