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View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

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4.7

(44)

5,441

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View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

03:41

68.7km

1,260m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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After 4.18 km for 302 m

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Train Station

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15.1 km

View of Altea and Marina

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Beautiful landscape

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35.7 km

Photogenic Bend

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It is the perfect curve to overtake, stop at its apex and take photos of those who pedal with you on this mythical climb.

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38.2 km

View of Vall de Pop

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Here you can enjoy one of the best views over the Vall de Pop

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39.4 km

The village of Tárbena is the last village in the Marina Baixa before you enter the valley. Surrounded by almond, cherry and olive trees and attractions also include the parish church, the Castle of the Moros, and the Somo Caves.

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46.8 km

Coll de Rates

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If there’s one climb that defines cycling on the Costa Blanca, it’s Coll de Rates. Starting from the village of Parcent, this legendary ascent has become a must-ride for cyclists …

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48.9 km

Coll de Rates Viewpoint

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Viewpoint, on the way to the top of the Col de Rates. For those that care about climbing times and segments be warned, the segments stop a little further up (close to the orange sign 🫡)

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49.5 km

Descent from Coll de Rates to Tàrbena

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People often turn around at the top of the Col de Rates for the descent back towards Parcent. A shame because the hinterland contains some of the most beautiful roads in the region including this descent towards Taberna.

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59.5 km

Charming Streets of Xaló

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68.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

52.8 km

12.6 km

2.24 km

1.23 km

Surfaces

60.2 km

8.34 km

301 m

Elevation

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Highest point (630 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Monday 31 August

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Comments

December 3, 2024,Workation Costa Blanca dia 3

Another awesome ride today. Hit up Coll de Rates, but in reverse this time. Killer climb to the top. Tons of teams out there—Lotto, Movistar, Kern, you name it. Loads of junior squads too. Man, this place just pumps me full of energy seeing everyone out here! 🔥

January 2, 2025,Col de Rates 🇪🇦👍☀️☀️☀️📈📉📈📉📈📉📈🚵‍♂️

Top conditions! Hilly course at the start then mid-mountain (630m) with a nice technical descent and hilly re-course to finish!

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May 20, 2023,Coll de Rats loop

Every time i go up the Coll de rats it rains! Always take a coat!!

January 27, 2023,Col de Rates

The Col de Rates is a very famous climb among avid cyclists and pros. You will see many pros training during your ride on this climb. I was in Calpe in January where I was cycling with a number of professional ladies. She in preparation for the season, I for Cycling Women. The area is beautiful for cycling. Col de …

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View of Vall de Pop – Coll de Rates loop from Benissa

View of Altea and Marina

Photogenic Bend

View of Vall de Pop

Tárbena

Coll de Rates

Coll de Rates Viewpoint

Descent from Coll de Rates to Tàrbena

Charming Streets of Xaló

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