Rota das Lapas

Torres Vedras, Portugal

10.9 miles (17.6 km) · 1,796 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Rota das Lapas is a 10.9-mile loop route in Torres Vedras, Portugal, gaining 1,796 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.0 miles gaining 238 feet at an average 6.0% grade. About 66% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a climb.

Route facts

Distance	10.9 mi (17.6 km)
Elevation gain	1,796 ft (547 m)
Average gain	165 ft per mile (31 m per km)
Longest climb	2.0 mi, 624 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	16.5%
Runnable	66% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	8.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	28%
Mild uphill	9%
Moderate uphill	17%
Steep uphill	8%
Mild downhill	5%
Moderate downhill	24%
Steep downhill	8%

Questions about Rota das Lapas

How much elevation gain does Rota das Lapas have?

Rota das Lapas has 1,796 ft (547 m) of elevation gain over 10.9 miles (17.6 km). That averages 165 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Rota das Lapas?

The difficulty score for Rota das Lapas is 8.9 of 100. That is harder than 65% of routes at a similar distance. About 66% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Rota das Lapas?

The longest climb on Rota das Lapas runs 2.0 miles (3.2 km) and gains 624 ft (190 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 16.5%.