Viana's three moderate climbs punish the rider who mistakes 127 to 130 kilometers for an easy day

The current 2027 organizer profile shows a rolling Alto Minho loop from Viana do Castelo with three categorized climbs spread across the middle and final third: Pedras Finas (9.5km at 3.2%), Sapardos (2.5km at 5.5%), and 7 Caminhos (5.5km at 3.2%). The route graphic labels 127km, while the regulation advertises 130km. Pedras Finas (9.5km at 3.2%) is the longest sustained climb; Sapardos follows with the day's steepest published average at 5.5%.

For the rider chasing a competitive result on nine to thirteen hours a week, this twelve-week plan develops durable rolling-road power, efficient group speed, controlled climbing, fueling, and open-road composure so the decisive moves at the 127-to-130-kilometer open-road course and its Pedras Finas, Sapardos, and 7 Caminhos climbs are still available.

INSIDE THE COMPETE PLAN — 9–13 HR/WK

Includes zone-tailored structured rides for your devices, built-in strength with video walkthroughs, heat protocols for when your race calls for them, peloton skills workouts, and nutrition and hydration guidance.

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