Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Routes

Running trails & routes

Pico Zapatero – Manqueospese Castle loop from Sotalbo

Routes

Running trails & routes

Pico Zapatero – Manqueospese Castle loop from Sotalbo

Hard

runners

Pico Zapatero – Manqueospese Castle loop from Sotalbo

03:34

25.3km

1,010m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: March 3, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Get Directions

9.98 km

Pico Zapatero

Highlight • Summit

The unique granite landscape is the result of the mineral composition, climatic changes and the weathering of the rock surfaces, giving rise to suggestive modeling forms. The most striking process is the slabs, the boats, the corridors and alleys and the granular disintegration, creating an authentic labyrinth of stone sculptures. To the west, at the headwaters of the Adaja River, the white reliefs of La Serrota emerge. The path follows the ridge and collides with the top pyramid of Zapatero in a clear hill where the ascent to the top begins on the southwest face. The ascent is marked with stone milestones. The ice and the amount of snow will determine the technical level of the ascent. First there is a rocky step to a wide and comfortable shoulder, where the final attack begins through a channel that leads to the access passage to the geodesic vertex through a kind of tunnel. The views from the top of the remaining section of the rope are breathtaking between large granite domes and giant speedboats, but it is actually easier than the previous section and almost all descent. The descent of the peak is along the east face, to a pass where the Path of Zapatero climbs from the left from Sotalvo.

Translated by Google •

Tip by

10.8 km

Risco del Sol (2,113 m)

Highlight • Summit

22.9 km

Manqueospese Castle

Highlight • Castle

Manqueospese Castle, also known as "Althoughospese," is located in the municipality of Mironcillo, Ávila, at an altitude of 1,360 meters, overlooking the Amblés Valley. This castle is an example of a European mountain fortress, with strong walls adapted to the rocky terrain.

Construction of the castle began in the 15th century by the Dávila family and was completed by Esteban Dávila in the 16th century. The castle is surrounded by legends, including stories of unrequited love and rivalries between knights. Its name, "Manqueospese," is said to come from the expression "although it weighs on you," which is related to these legends.
From its privileged position, the castle offers stunning views of the Amblés Valley and the walls of Ávila. Although it is currently in ruins, restoration and cleaning work are underway.

Translated by Google •

Tip by

24.8 km

Sotalbo

Highlight • Settlement

Population that is located at the foot of the northern side of the Sierra de Panamera and that on one of its sides is the Castillo de Manqueospese. As it is surrounded by mountains, as soon as you get up, you can see the entire core.

Translated by Google •

Tip by

25.3 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

8.88 km

847 m

597 m

171 m

Surfaces

22.1 km

1.66 km

847 m

597 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (2,100 m)

Lowest point (1,160 m)

Weather

Sunday 24 May

27°C

8°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Edit route

Download GPX

Move start point

Embed on a website

Report an Issue

Nearby routes

Easy

5.0

City of Ávila by the Río Adaja — circular

00:30h

4.41km

60m

Moderate

Navaluenga Valley and Alberche River Loop

01:27h

13.7km

110m

Hard

Sotalbo and Manqueospese Castle Loop

01:52h

13.0km

520m

Hard

Source of the Adaja River Trail

01:58h

14.2km

510m

Hard

Walls of Ávila – Ávila City Walls loop from Ávila

01:51h

17.5km

210m

Easy

Running loop from Ávila

00:24h

3.86km

20m

Moderate

Running loop from Ávila

01:03h

9.51km

80m

Hard

Casavieja – Risco del Remolino loop from Casavieja

05:08h

28.6km

1,670m

Moderate

5.0

Adaja River Trail loop from Ávila

01:08h

9.82km

20m

Moderate

Camino Viejo de Ávila loop from Ávila

00:48h

7.03km

20m

Moderate

Walls of Ávila – Walls of Ávila loop from Ávila

01:11h

11.2km

130m

Hard

El Riscazo. – Piedralaves loop from Piedralaves

03:49h

20.3km

1,310m

Pico Zapatero – Manqueospese Castle loop from Sotalbo

Pico Zapatero

Risco del Sol (2,113 m)

Manqueospese Castle

Sotalbo

Nearby routes

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️