A full description of Angliru can be found here, but suffice to say that it is one of the worlds most infamous climbs with good reason.
Everyone knows about the super tough gradients on Angliru, but not so many are aware of how beautiful the climb is. From near the top you can see the northern coast, alongside the cities of Oviedo and Gijón, and the whole climb is covered in vibrant shades of green, with just the road cutting vertically through it all.
To see more of the scenery on Angliru, check out our videos of some of the best climbs in Asturias.
Angliru is simply a challenge that every cyclist who loves to climb should try.
Angliru is open throughout the year.
One of the many steep sections on the climb
Roads & Traffic
The road is generally in good condition and is fine for climbing; although it is quite narrow in places, so don't count on being able to zig-zag up the whole way!
There is very little traffic on the climb throughout the year. It is not unusual to climb Angliru without coming across a single car. Watch out for cows and horses though, which will often stand their ground, occasionally even forcing you to take the inside of an already very steep hairpin!
At times the view is like looking out of a plane
Alternative Routes
The lower, easier part of Angliru can be reached by various different roads, although this is the classic side. There is only one way up the final 6km!
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