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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 summit of El Sol is a demanding challenge, but the views from up there make it very rewarding too. With gradients of up to 20%, it is also known as the "toughest kilometre" 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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    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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