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View of Barranco de la Hoz – Cave of the Way of the Cross loop from Santuario de la Virgen de la Hoz

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View of Barranco de la Hoz – Cave of the Way of the Cross loop from Santuario de la Virgen de la Hoz

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View of Barranco de la Hoz – Cave of the Way of the Cross loop from Santuario de la Virgen de la Hoz

02:33

8.91km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Parque Natural del Alto Tajo

Geoparque de la Comarca de Molina y el Alto Tajo

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Start point

Parking

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1.39 km

Chopera

Forest

5.41 km

Dehesa de Corduente Recreation Area

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A recommended area for walking.

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8.41 km

Viewpoint of the Hoz del Río Gallo

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This viewpoint offers wonderful views towards the gorge of the Gallo river. It is surrounded by pure nature and wherever you look you will have a postcard. Right at the foot of this viewpoint is the Hospedería and the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Hoz, a very charming place, just remember that from the viewpoint you must go down with your bike on your back if you decide to take the shortest route.

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8.43 km

View of Barranco de la Hoz

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The Barranco de la Hoz, also known as Barranco de la Virgen de la Hoz, is a magical enclave in the province of Guadalajara, within the Alto Tajo Natural Park. This place, carved over the centuries by the Gallo River, presents a spectacular reddish canyon, one of the most beautiful in the Iberian Peninsula and the most visited in the Alto Tajo region.

Here, legends and nature intermingle to create a landscape with a unique magic. Barranco de la Hoz is located just 15 kilometers from Molina de Aragón, between Corduente and Ventosa.

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Barranco de la Hoz Viewpoint

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Viewpoint with aerial views of a geological formation caused over time by the erosion of the Gallo River. True sculptures and reddish rock formations have been formed in a fluvial canyon, leaving behind some of the most impressive gorges in this Natural Park.

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8.51 km

Cave of the Way of the Cross

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On the way up to the Barranco de La Hoz viewpoint there are several caves. One of them, La Cueva del Via Crucis is the most famous.

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8.76 km

Hermitage of the Virgen de la Hoz

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When one approaches to visit the Virgen de la Hoz for the first time, the first thing to be amazed is when they arrive at the entrance to the Ravine and see those reddish rock formations. When entering the road and following the course of the Gallo river

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8.81 km

Sanctuary of the Virgin of the Hoz

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Hospedería Virgen de la Hoz is a charming rural accommodation. This place offers a peaceful and natural setting, ideal for relaxing and enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and bird watching.
The inn has cosy and well-equipped rooms, a restaurant serving delicious à la carte dishes, and a terrace for relaxing. In addition, guests can enjoy Wi-Fi in public areas.

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8.91 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.70 km

1.76 km

1.14 km

329 m

Surfaces

6.84 km

1.76 km

329 m

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View of Barranco de la Hoz – Cave of the Way of the Cross loop from Santuario de la Virgen de la Hoz

Dehesa de Corduente Recreation Area

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View of Barranco de la Hoz

Barranco de la Hoz Viewpoint

Cave of the Way of the Cross

Hermitage of the Virgen de la Hoz

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