Denia – Puig de la Llorença
1. Briefing
Scenic ride along the coast, taking in breathtaking views of beaches and cliffs. The initial 20 kilometers offer a nice ride along the coast, with gentle climbs to Cap Sant Antoni (kilometer 3) and Cap de La Nau (kilometer 15).
Prepare for a more significant challenge at kilometer 15: Puig de la Llorença, a climb that has twice featured in the final stage of La Vuelta. This iconic hill has witnessed victories from cycling legends Chris Froome (2017) and Tom Dumoulin (2015) 🏆🥇.
Return to Xàbia and conclude your ride with a challenging ascent to Cap Sant Antoni at kilometer 59, followed by a satisfying descent back to Denia.
2. CLimbs
❚ Km 37 ⇝ 41 ❚ Despite its short length, this 3km climb offers a challenging test. The initial and final kilometers are the steepest, with gradients reaching 20% 🔥🚵🏽♀️. While the road is wide and well-maintained, expect some traffic during the ascent and descent in summer, winter months are specially calm.
3. Traffic
Prepare for potential traffic congestion during the initial kilometers as you ride along the coast.
4. Road Quality
The road quality is excellent throughout the entire route.
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