People often turn around at the top of the Col de Rates for the descent back towards Parcent. A shame because the hinterland contains some of the most beautiful roads in the region including this descent towards Taberna.

A beautiful winding road with a good layer of asphalt and a magnificent view.

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Pipo

March 24, 2024

Road cycling

Smooth tarmac nice view, gentle curves nice ascent/descent

Costa Velo

June 30, 2025

Road cycling

During the descent from Coll de Rates toward Tàrbena, be sure to slow down and take in the panoramic valley views below. On your right, you’ll spot narrow, terraced orange groves cascading down the hillside toward the sea. As the road twists and winds through pine-covered slopes, watch for brief clearings that offer sweeping vistas of the lush Guadalest Valley and the distant Mediterranean coast. A few perfect spots to pause safely are just after sharp bends—ideal for a quick photo or just soaking in the peaceful scenery before continuing the descent.

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1. View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

68.7km

03:41

1,260m

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2. Coll de Rates – Sa Creueta Pass (780 m) loop from la Xara

76.5km

03:54

1,270m

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3. Coll de Rates – View of Vall de Pop loop from l'Alfàs del Pi

80.9km

04:14

1,270m

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Distance 2.75 km

Downhill 140 m

Weather

Monday 2 February

15°C

3°C

23 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Location: Parcent, Marquesado, Alicante, Spain

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Descent from Coll de Rates to Tàrbena

1. View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

2. Coll de Rates – Sa Creueta Pass (780 m) loop from la Xara

3. Coll de Rates – View of Vall de Pop loop from l'Alfàs del Pi

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