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We offer you six of the most popular routes possible from Mariquita, however, if you are passionate about discovering and making your own route, we recommend the following tool: Wikiloc
Alto de Letras
For cycling enthusiasts, The Longest Climb On Earth, known as El Alto de Letras, is a long, very long climb that connects Tolima with the department of Caldas. From the Guali River Valley, it passes through the Central Andes Mountains.
In summary and with figures, the climb to Páramo de las Letras from Mariquita is just over 80 km long, with an average gradient of 4% and a maximum of 11%. The maximum altitude reached is 3,667 meters above sea level, and the climb accumulates almost 3,200 meters of elevation gain. Taken from clubstrava.com
In summary and with figures, the climb to Páramo de las Letras from Mariquita is just over 80 km long, with an average gradient of 4% and a maximum of 11%. The maximum altitude reached is 3,667 meters above sea level, and the climb accumulates almost 3,200 meters of elevation gain. Taken from clubstrava.com
Honda - Plano - Guayabal
This is one of the most popular cycling routes in the Tolima region, ideal for those looking for a route with a balance of flat sections and moderate climbs. It covers 30 km.
Circuito Mariquita
Mariquita – Fresno – Padua – Delgaditas – Alto de Letras Circuit
This approximately 85-kilometer circular route combines ascents and descents, passing through mountainous and rural landscapes. It's ideal for cyclists looking for varied terrain and technical challenges.
This approximately 85-kilometer circular route combines ascents and descents, passing through mountainous and rural landscapes. It's ideal for cyclists looking for varied terrain and technical challenges.
Vuelta al Tolima
Tour of Tolima: Ibagué – Cajamarca – Alto de La Línea – Calarcá – Pereira
This extensive circuit, which covers several cities and diverse landscapes, is ideal for cyclists looking for a complete experience in Tolima. It includes the ascent to Alto de La Línea, another iconic mountain pass in Colombia.
Image taken from:
https://es.wikiloc.com/rutas-ciclismo/vuelta-al-tolima-3-ibague-cajamarca-alto-de-la-linea-calarca-pereira-26276196/photo-16785342
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Julian Calle - Bicitours Rutas
This extensive circuit, which covers several cities and diverse landscapes, is ideal for cyclists looking for a complete experience in Tolima. It includes the ascent to Alto de La Línea, another iconic mountain pass in Colombia.
Image taken from:
https://es.wikiloc.com/rutas-ciclismo/vuelta-al-tolima-3-ibague-cajamarca-alto-de-la-linea-calarca-pereira-26276196/photo-16785342
Author:
Julian Calle - Bicitours Rutas
Ruta Mariquita
Mariquita – Palocabildo – Falan – Mariquita Route
This 56-kilometer route takes cyclists along roads that connect these towns, offering panoramic views and a cumulative elevation gain of approximately 1,630 meters. It is suitable for intermediate cyclists seeking an enriching experience in terms of landscape and local culture.
On the road leading to El Totumo, but before reaching the junction for the bypass, the path is located on the left between a dirt road that exposes rural homes, agricultural activity, and the constant traffic of cyclists who find it a must-do route.
Taken from the page Echoes of Combeima
This 56-kilometer route takes cyclists along roads that connect these towns, offering panoramic views and a cumulative elevation gain of approximately 1,630 meters. It is suitable for intermediate cyclists seeking an enriching experience in terms of landscape and local culture.
On the road leading to El Totumo, but before reaching the junction for the bypass, the path is located on the left between a dirt road that exposes rural homes, agricultural activity, and the constant traffic of cyclists who find it a must-do route.
Taken from the page Echoes of Combeima
Alto la Línea desde Ibagué
This climb, which begins in Ibagué and culminates at Alto de La Línea at 3,265 meters, is frequently included in national cycling competitions. The route is approximately 21.7 kilometers long with an average gradient of 7.6%.
Image taken from:
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alto_de_La_Línea#/media/Archivo:Alto_de_la_Línea.jpg
Image taken from:
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alto_de_La_Línea#/media/Archivo:Alto_de_la_Línea.jpg
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