Denia – Coll de Rates
1. Briefing
Begin your ride with a gentle warm-up, followed by a short, manageable climb after the town of Pedreguer (kilometer 10).
Enjoy a relatively easy ride towards Parcent, where you’ll encounter the renowned Coll de Rates; this iconic climb, known for its excellent road conditions and stunning views, offers a nice cycling experience, particularly during the winter months when numerous cycling teams train in the area. After reaching the summit, descend swiftly, navigating a few brief inclines along the way.
Arrive in Tàrbena and prepare for the second climb, Sa Creueta. Following Sa Creueta, enjoy a long descent on a wide, well-maintained road that will lead you back to Denia.
2. CLimbs
❚ Km 22 ⇝ 28 ❚ One of the most popular climbs of the region. This 6-kilometer ascent offers a manageable challenge with an average gradient below 6%. The longer starts on the opposite side of the mountain, in the village of Callosa d’en Sarrià.
❚ Km 36 ⇝ 41 ❚ Consider Sa Creueta as a brief extension of the Coll de Rates climb. Beginning in the town of Tàrbena, this 5-kilometer ascent presents minimal challenges.
3. Traffic
Enjoy a more peaceful ride after passing through Ondara at kilometer 10.
4. Road Quality
The quality of the road is very good through the whole track.
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