Cat 4
Head to head
Cap de Cala Figuera vs Sant Salvador: which Mallorca climb is harder?
Sant Salvador is the tougher climb — expect a harder day than on Cap de Cala Figuera. Compare the numbers below and pick your challenge.
| Metric | Cap de Cala Figuera | Sant Salvador |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 7.5 km | 4.8 km |
| Avg gradient | 2.5% | 8% |
| Max gradient | 6% | 11% |
| Elevation gain | 180 m | 380 m |
| Difficulty | ||
| Surface | Rough asphalt | Smooth asphalt |
| Traffic | Low traffic | Low traffic |
Elevation profiles
Cat 2
Common questions
Is Cap de Cala Figuera or Sant Salvador harder?
Sant Salvador is the harder climb overall, based on gradient, length and total ascent.
Which is longer, Cap de Cala Figuera or Sant Salvador?
Cap de Cala Figuera is the longer climb (7.5 km vs 4.8 km).
Which is steeper, Cap de Cala Figuera or Sant Salvador?
Sant Salvador has the steeper average gradient (2.5% vs 8%).