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Ascent to Cumbre del Sol / Puig de la Llorença from La Mandarina

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Ascent to Cumbre del Sol / Puig de la Llorença from La Mandarina

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  • Location: el Poble Nou de Benitatxell / Benitachell, Marquesado, Alicante, Spain

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    August 17, 2022

    Road cycling

    Reaching the Cumbre del Sol is a demanding challenge although comforting when you achieve the beautiful views from up there. With slopes of up to 20%, it is also known as the "hardest kilometer" and was part of stage 2 of La Vuelta in 2019. A place to challenge yourself!
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    July 27, 2025

    Road cycling

    The climb to Cumbre del Sol / Puig de la Llorença starts a small distance from Benitachell, at the turn-off next to Mercadona (on the way to Moraira). It’s a short but brutal 4 km climb with ramps of 10–12% and pitches above 15%. At the summit, you’re rewarded with stunning views of the Mediterranean, Calpe, and even Ibiza. This climb is famous as a Vuelta a España stage finish, won by stars like Chris Froome and Tom Dumoulin.

    July 27, 2025

    Road cycling

    Want a slightly steadier start to Cumbre del Sol? Choose the other side, just outside Benitachell (on the road from/to Jávea). This side is still very tough, but the gradients are a bit more even. The final kilometre is identical to the famous Mercadona climb, with ramps above 15% and the same breathtaking summit view.
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    To plan your visit, keep in mind that this route is rated difficult and requires good physical preparation. The roads are in excellent condition, with renewed asphalt on many sections, and traffic on the climbs is generally low. The area is a popular destination for winter cycling training, indicating favorable conditions during that season. Make sure to bring everything you need for a 4-hour and 30-minute ride, covering 78.8 kilometers and 1417 meters of elevation gain.

    This route is not just a physical challenge; it's a journey through the history of professional cycling. Both the Sierra de Bèrnia and Cumbre del Sol have been the settings for key stages in the Vuelta a España and the Volta a la Comunitat Valenciana, testing the world's best cyclists. It's an opportunity to pedal on the same roads as the stars, experiencing the intensity of these iconic climbs in the province of Alicante.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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    Distance 6.59 km

    Uphill 390 m

    Downhill 50 m

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    Location: el Poble Nou de Benitatxell / Benitachell, Marquesado, Alicante, Spain

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