Spain · Iberian Peninsula
Collada de Toses
A classic road to La Cerdanya, climbing through forested slopes above Ribes de Freser before opening to broad Catalan Pyrenean panoramas near the summit.
- Length
- 19.1 km
- Avg gradient
- 5.4%
- Max gradient
- 11%
- Elevation gain
- 1,030 m
- Summit
- 1,800 m
- Hairpins
- 16
Versants
- From Ribes de Freser — 19.1 km at 5.4% (max 11%)
- From Alp — 12.0 km at 5.4% (max 10%)
History
Collada de Toses is a classic road to La Cerdanya, climbing through forested slopes above Ribes de Freser before opening to broad Catalan Pyrenean panoramas near the summit. The 19.1 km ascent from Ribes at 5.4% average is steady and manageable.
The climb transitions from dense forest to open ridgeline, offering a complete Alpine experience in shorter distance. The forested lower sections are sheltered and cool, while the upper reaches offer expansive views across the Cerdanya plateau.
The pass is frequently used in local cycling routes and is a benchmark climb for riders in the region. The combination of forest scenery and mountain views make it a favorite for all-season training.