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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.

MetricCap de Cala FigueraSant Salvador
Distance 7.5 km 4.8 km
Avg gradient 2.5% 8%
Max gradient6%11%
Elevation gain 180 m 380 m
Difficulty
SurfaceRough asphaltSmooth asphalt
TrafficLow trafficLow traffic

Elevation profiles

Cap de Cala Figuera
50m 100m 150m 0km 2km 4km 6km
< 5%5–8%> 8%
Sant Salvador
200m 300m 400m 0km 1km 2km 3km 4km
< 5%5–8%> 8%

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%).