A bumpy paved road to the summit of Puerto de Peñanegra in Avila

Puerto de Peñanegra is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,909m (6,263 ft) above sea level, located in the Spanish province of Ávila.

Puerto de Peñanegra

Where is Puerto de Peñanegra?

The pass, also known as Puerto de Peña Negra, is located in the autonomous community of Castile and León, in the western part of the country. The summit links the Valley of Corneja with the Sierra de Gredos range.

Is Puerto de Peñanegra paved?

The road to the summit is fully paved. It’s called AV-932. The road is curvy, with a few hairpin turns, narrow sections, and very steep parts.

How long is Puerto de Peñanegra?

The pass is about 21 km (13 miles) long, running north to south from Piedrahíta to La Herguijuela. Starting from Piedrahíta, the ascent is 15 km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 859 meters, with an average gradient of 5.7%. Puerto de Peñanegra has been climbed several times during the Vuelta a España race.

 

 

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