Puerto de Alisas (La Cavada)

Start Town	Altitude	Elevation Gain	Length	Gradient	Difficulty	Rating
La Cavada	674m	614m	12.6 km	4.9%	362	***

Climb Description

Puerto de Alisas is an enjoyable climb, without being spectacular for most of the ascent. The highlight is the series of hairpin bends in the final 3km, where the scenery opens up and offers some fine views into the distance.

Near to the top of the climb is an impressive sounding Monument to Cycling. Unfortunately this is no longer in very good condition and is something of a disappointment.

Alisas is usually open throughout the year and is a great choice for a long ride when combined with other climbs in the area.

Roads & Traffic

The road is surface is in very good condition and there is little traffic on the climb.

Alternative Routes

Puerto de Alisas can be climbed from the other side beginning in the village of Arredondo.

There is also a third way from Bustablado, which follows a very narrow road for the first 2.5km, and is not the most comfortable to ride on a road bike.

Nearby Climbs

Peña Cabarga

Collado Espina

Puerto de La Sia

Picón del Fraile

El Caracol

Cycling Holidays

We don't currently run any tours in this part of Cantabria. If you would be interested in customizing an itinerary to this region, please contact us and we would be happy to discuss the options.

You may also be interested in the links below to some of the holidays that we currently run nearby in Northern Spain.