Malhão 80
81.5 km · +1196 m · ~3½h · Algarve · Out and back · 97% ridden both ways
Road Standard
Compromise: 4.4 km on a primary road (main road); 3.7 km on a primary road (main road) (+11 more).
Where (13 stretches)
Ride at your own risk. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check the weather, carry what you need, obey traffic law and use your own judgement. Route information is provided as a guide only.
Elevation Profile
0-3%
3-5%
5-7%
7-10%
10%+
Descent
1 Climb
1 Cat 3About this route
The direct hit: 81 km inland with the famous Alto do Malhão wall as the centrepiece — the Volta ao Algarve finish climb without the full epic distance.
FAQ
Malhão 80 is a moderate 81.5km road route with 1196m of climbing. Beginners can complete it with a little base fitness — allow extra time and pace the climbs.