Coll de Pradell (Sant Corneli)

Start Town	Altitude	Elevation Gain	Length	Gradient	Difficulty	Rating
Sant Corneli	1,728m	1,076m	17.1 km	6.3%	1,726	****

Climb Description

Coll de Pradell from Sant Corneli is a long and steep climb in the Catalan Pyrenees. It is one of the most challenging climbs in the region and is one that local riders have anxiously been pushing for inclusion in the Vuelta a España race.

The scenery is pleasant but not really spectacular; indeed, the lower slopes are more appealing than the forested upper section - which is also strewn with abandoned railway tracks and carriages. This is one for the really mountain enthusiasts rather than casual cycle-tourists.

Coll de Pradell can be closed at times in the winter due to snow. It is nearly always open from mid-April to November.

Roads & Traffic

The road surface is in very good condition.

There is very little traffic on the climb itself. The C-16 road, from where the climb begins, is busy with fast moving traffic and should be avoided by using smaller back roads.

Alternative Routes

Coll de Pradell can be climbed from Guardiola de Bergueda. From the west it can also be climbed on relatively short ascent from the Coll de la Trapa.

Nearby Climbs

Collado de Toses

La Creueta

Rasos de Peguera

La Vansa

Port del Compte

Coll de Pal

Collada de Toses

Cycling Holidays

We do not currently run any cycling holidays in this part of the Catalan Pyrenees. However, if you would like to customize an itinerary in the region, please contact us and we would happy to organize a trip for you.

You may also be interested in some of our other tours below, both in the Pyrenees and elsewhere in Catalonia.