Puig Major from Sóller
- 17 km
- 957 m
- Moderate
- Paved
Elevation profile
- 957 m
- 17 km
Route overview
This ride suits cyclists prepared for a short but steep climb with nearly 1,000 m elevation gain over 17 km.
A 17.2 km climb from Sóller to near Puig Major, Spain, gaining 957 m mainly on Ma-10 main road.
Starting in Sóller at 27 m elevation, the route climbs steadily for 12.9 km with a gain of 897 m on the Ma-10 main road. This initial climb averages 7% with a maximum gradient of 30.3%, reaching a high point of 924 m at 13.6 km. From km 0 to 4, it passes through Fornalutx. After this steep section, there is a shorter climb of 1.6 km starting at 15.5 km, gaining 59 m with an average of 3.8% up to 891 m. The route surface is 93% paved with 7% gravel or unpaved. It primarily follows main roads (83% or 14.2 km) including the Ma-10 road, with no cycle lanes on these main road sections. Along the way, there is a 6.2 km stretch without cafés, shops, or water from 10.9 km to 17.1 km. Water springs are available at 2.1 km and 10.9 km. Stops for food and drink include a café near 0.7 km and a restaurant near 6 km, both just off route. Toilet facilities are near the start and at 8.4 km.
Highlights
- Climb starting at 0.7 km with max gradient 30.3%
- Passes through Fornalutx at 4 km
- Restaurant and viewpoint at 6 km
- Viewpoint coll des Xoriguer at 15.7 km
Along the route
Places passed
On the road
Climbs
| Climb | Starts at | Length | Gain | Average | Max | Top |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puig Major | 0.7 km | 12.9 km | 897 m | 7 % | 30.3 % | 924 m |
| — | 15.5 km | 1.6 km | 59 m | 3.8 % | 9.8 % | 891 m |
Puig Major · starts at 0.7 km
Practical information
- Paved
- Point to point
- 1 h 14 min
- Mar to Jun, Sep to Dec — daily highs of 16–29 °C in those months
Know before you go
- 6.2 km longest stretch without café, shop or water from 10.9 km
- 14.2 km on main roads without cycle lane
- 7% of route gravel or unpaved
- Maximum gradient 30.3% over short section