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Madrid
Guadarrama
Manzanares El Real

South face of El Yelmo – El Elefantito rock formation loop from Manzanares el Real

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Spain
Madrid
Guadarrama
Manzanares El Real

South face of El Yelmo – El Elefantito rock formation loop from Manzanares el Real

Hard

4.7

(16)

153

hikers

South face of El Yelmo – El Elefantito rock formation loop from Manzanares el Real

05:38

13.0km

770m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.08 km for 166 m

After 6.98 km for 601 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.82 km

The Face of La Gran Cañada

Highlight • Natural Monument

Find a stop to eat and rest, you will see spectacular views of Madrid in the background.

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3

4.43 km

THE SNAIL

Highlight • Natural Monument

It's hard to see it very little

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4

6.05 km

South face of El Yelmo

Highlight • Climb

It is very rocky and the shapes of the rocks are taken from a fairy tale.

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5

7.63 km

The Great Glen

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It connects the old gr10 and the Carboneras with the Cllado de la Pedriza.

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6

8.39 km

El Elefantito rock formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

The path follows the main path uphill, leaving to the left the detour that approaches the Cinco Cestos climbing area. In some places doubts may arise but the milestones always …

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9.04 km

El Camello (La Pedriza)

Highlight • Natural Monument

Curious rock formation that assimilates its shape to a camel, hence its name. The passage of time and the many years of erosion have formed a very curious and striking landscape throughout the La Pedriza area.

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10.2 km

Goat Viewpoint, La Pedriza

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There are so many Spanish mountain goats here that you don't really have to make an effort to see them.

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13.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.65 km

2.81 km

210 m

179 m

105 m

Surfaces

8.54 km

1.78 km

1.35 km

1.13 km

157 m

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