A brutally steep road to Cumbre del Sol in Alicante
Spain, europe
4.1 km
413 m
moderate
Year-round
# Cumbre del Sol: A Thrilling Climb in Costa Blanca
Tucked away in the heart of Spain's Costa Blanca, Cumbre del Sol (also called Puig de la Llorença) is a 413-meter peak that'll test your driving skills and reward you with absolutely stunning views. Located in the charming municipality of Benitachell in northern Alicante province, this isn't your typical leisurely mountain drive.
The 4.1km ascent packs a serious punch with an average gradient of 8.8%, but here's the thing—it's way steeper than that suggests. You'll encounter multiple sections hitting 15% or higher, with a brutal 19% section that'll make your palms sweat halfway through. The last kilometer doesn't let up either, throwing 10% grades at you as you approach the summit. This climb's so intense it's been featured in Spain's prestigious Vuelta race.
The good news? The entire road is perfectly paved and well-maintained, so you can focus on the drive itself rather than dodging potholes. Traffic is surprisingly light, which means you'll have a peaceful (if challenging) ride up. At the top, you'll spot communication towers, but more importantly, you'll get phenomenal panoramic views that make every difficult hairpin turn absolutely worth it. This is the kind of climb that stays with you long after you've descended.
Where is it?
A brutally steep road to Cumbre del Sol in Alicante is located in Spain (europe). Coordinates: 40.2432, -3.5047
Road Details
- Country
- Spain
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 4.1 km
- Max Elevation
- 413 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Coordinates
- 40.2432, -3.5047
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