Spain · Iberian Peninsula
Turó de l'Home
The highest peak in the Montseny Massif and the premier "king" climb for cyclists from Barcelona. A vast, long ascent culminating in a rugged final stretch to the observatory.
- Length
- 25.6 km
- Avg gradient
- 6.1%
- Max gradient
- 12%
- Elevation gain
- 1,560 m
- Summit
- 1,712 m
- Hairpins
- 18
Versants
- From Sant Celoni — 25.6 km at 6.1% (max 12%)
History
Turó de l'Home is the highest peak in the Montseny Massif and the premier 'king' climb for cyclists from Barcelona. The 25.6 km ascent from Sant Celoni at 6.1% average features consistent steepness and a vast, long approach.
The climb is famous not for dramatic steepness but for its sheer length and the gradual transition from lowland forest to alpine terrain. The final section leads to a rugged observatory at the summit.
The mountain has become legendary in Barcelona cycling culture as the benchmark climb for testing long-distance climbing fitness. The combination of length, consistent difficulty, and significance in local cycling make it iconic.