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Montserrat Challenge


A road cycling route starting from Olesa de Montserrat

Climb up the imposing Montserrat mountain and enjoy breathtaking views

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The Montserrat Challenge is a tough and epic road cycling route that takes you from Olesa de Montserrat to the iconic Montserrat mountain. With a distance of 96 kilometers and an ascent of 1963 meters, this route is suitable for experienced cyclists. Along the way, you'll pass through picturesque towns like Masquefa and Sant Pere de Riudebitlles, and eventually reach the summit of Montserrat. The highlight of this route is the ascent to Rocacorba, a famous climb often featured in professional cycling races. Overall, the Montserrat Challenge is a challenging and rewarding route for cyclists looking for a true adventure.

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96 km
1963 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Olesa de Montserrat City center
Olesa de Montserrat: Conquering the Legendary Montserrat Climb from Olesa de Montserrat
Olesa de Montserrat, located in Catalonia, Spain, offers a variety of cycling routes for road and gravel cyclists. The town is surrounded by picturesque countryside landscapes and is a gateway to the iconic Montserrat mountain range. Cyclists can enjoy both challenging climbs and scenic rides in this region. One notable cycling spot nearby is the famous Montserrat climb, attracting cyclists from across the globe. For cyclists seeking a combination of natural beauty and demanding routes, Olesa de Montserrat is an excellent destination.
Olesa de MontserratTown
Olesa de Montserrat is a beautiful town known for its stunning views of Montserrat mountain.
MasquefaVillage
Masquefa is a charming town with narrow streets and historic buildings.
Turó de les Mates268 mPeak
Turó de les Mates offers panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
Serral del Serres276 mPeak
Serral del Serres is a beautiful natural area with rocky formations and lush vegetation.
Sant Pere de RiudebitllesVillage
Sant Pere de Riudebitlles is known for its vineyards and wine production.
Rocacorba563 mPeak
Rocacorba is a legendary climb frequently used in professional cycling races.
Sant Pere SacarreraHamlet
Sant Pere Sacarrera is a small town with a charming historic center.
Pic de l'Àguila402 mPeak
Pic de l'Àguila is a mountain peak offering stunning views of the surroundings.
Vallbona d'AnoiaVillage
Vallbona d'Anoia is a picturesque village known for its medieval castle.
Roca dels Corbs436 mPeak
Roca dels Corbs is a rocky promontory with panoramic views over the surrounding landscape.
CollbatóVillage
Collbató is a charming village located at the foot of Montserrat mountain.
Coll de Can Tovella216 mMountain Pass
Coll de Can Tovella is a challenging climb with stunning views along the way.
la Puda de MontserratCastle Ruins
La Puda de Montserrat is a small village with beautiful natural surroundings.
Finish: Olesa de Montserrat City center
Olesa de Montserrat: Conquering the Legendary Montserrat Climb from Olesa de Montserrat

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