Alto de Letras
Only the top 5% of Climb Quest riders have ever completed a Hors Catégorie climb. Alto de Letras is one of the hardest ascents in the entire library. Earn your place among elite climbers — and unlock the chance to claim a Legendary Holographic card by beating the record.
Complete Alto de Letras in Climb Quest to scratch off your trophy card and add it to your collection. Finish in the top 10% (after 10+ attempts) to earn a Gold card. Beat the record for a shot at the Legendary Holographic.
Elevation Profile
About this climb
Alto de Letras is a hors categorie cycling climb located in Colombia. The climb covers 80 km with a total elevation gain of 3187 m.
With an average gradient of 4% and a maximum gradient of 11%, Alto de Letras is one of the signature climbs in the Climb Quest library. Ride it on your smart trainer with full automatic resistance control — exactly replicating each kilometre's gradient.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to ride Alto de Letras?+
At an average cycling pace, Alto de Letras takes between 343 and 480 minutes to complete. The 80km climb with its 4% average gradient means riders with a higher FTP can push the pace significantly. In Climb Quest, your actual time depends on your real power output.
What FTP do I need to climb Alto de Letras?+
A moderate FTP of around 168W (watts) is a reasonable starting point for Alto de Letras. However, the climb has sections reaching 11% gradient, so a higher FTP will make those sections much more manageable. Beginners can still attempt it — just at a slower pace.
What are the hardest sections of Alto de Letras?+
The maximum gradient on Alto de Letras reaches 11%, which is significantly steeper than the 4% average. These sections require the most power and are where riders typically need to shift to their easiest gears. Climb Quest shows the full gradient profile so you can plan where to conserve energy.
Can I ride Alto de Letras on a smart trainer?+
Yes — Alto de Letras is available in Climb Quest for any FTMS-compatible smart trainer (Wahoo KICKR, Tacx NEO, Elite Suito, and more). The app automatically adjusts resistance to match the real-world gradient at every point of the 80km climb, giving you an authentic simulation of riding outdoors in Colombia.
Does completing Alto de Letras earn a scratch card trophy?+
Yes — every time you finish Alto de Letras in Climb Quest, you earn a scratch card trophy for this climb. Rub the card to reveal your rarity tier: Standard, Bronze (top 50%), Silver (top 25%), Gold (top 10% after 10+ attempts), or the ultra-rare Legendary Holographic (beat the climb record or reach the top 1% after 100+ attempts). Your card is added to your personal Trophy Cabinet.
Is Alto de Letras part of a collection in Climb Quest?+
Alto de Letras is part of the Climb Quest world climb library, and is featured in the Americas Mix collection . Complete all climbs in a collection to earn that collection's badge. Build your Trophy Cabinet and prove you conquered some of the world's greatest climbs.
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