Alto de Rivas (San Vicente)

Start Town	Altitude	Elevation Gain	Length	Gradient	Difficulty	Rating
San Vicente de la Sonsierra	960m	430m	9.9 km	4.3%	111	***

Climb Description

Alto de Rivas is a gentle and steady climb through the Rioja wine region, finishing on the border with the Basque Country. The lower slopes pass through the delightful vineyards that are so typical of the region. After passing through the village of Rivas de Tereso, the climb takes on a more mountainous feel, with a series of looping corners making for a pleasant and fun ride.

The ascent from this side begins in the historic village of San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Here you can visit the picturesque hilltop castle and church as well as the medieval bridge over the River Ebro.

Alto de Rivas is open throughout the year.

Roads & Traffic

The road is in very good condition throughout and there is little traffic on the climb.

Alternative Routes

Alto de Rivas can be climbed from the town of Labastida.

From the north it can also be reached from Peñacerrada, but from this side it is only a gentle 4km climb.

Nearby Climbs

Herrera

La Aldea

Valdezcaray

Cycling Holidays

Alto de Rivas can be climbed as a route option on our Rioja & Basque cycling holiday.

In the links below you can find out more about this and other tours that we run nearby.