EuroVelo 8 Coastal Trail at Puntas de Calnegre
EuroVelo 8 Coastal Trail at Puntas de Calnegre
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EuroVelo 8 Coastal Trail at Puntas de Calnegre
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5.0
(2)
Mountain biking
5.0
(1)
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This circular gravel route, "Gredas de Bolnuevo y Puntas Calnegre via Eurovelo 8", immerses you in the beauty of the Murcia coastline, offering a captivating blend of marine landscapes and geological formations. The route takes you along EuroVelo 8, winding through coves and beaches like Las Covaticas and Piedra Mala, until you reach the impressive Gredas de Bolnuevo Natural Monument, where wind-sculpted rocks create an almost lunar landscape. It's a touring cycling experience that connects you with the region's unspoiled nature.
To plan your visit, note that this 21.0-kilometer route, with an elevation gain of 148 meters, takes approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes to complete and is classified as easy. While accessible to most, a section of EuroVelo 8 near Puntas de Calnegre can present more uneven terrain, ideal for gravel cyclists. The starting point in Puerto de Mazarrón is convenient and offers parking options, making it a great place to begin your coastal adventure.
What makes this route special is its passage through the Cabo Cope y Puntas de Calnegre Regional Park, an area of great ecological and scenic value. In addition to the Gredas de Bolnuevo, you'll enjoy panoramic views from the Mirador del Columpio over Playa del Rincón. It's an excellent way to explore the Mazarrón coast, known for its "Gredas de Bolnuevo y Puntas Calnegre cycling routes", and discover why the Murcia region is an emerging destination for gravel cycling.
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01:48
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Distance 1.05 km
Uphill 0 m
Downhill 0 m
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