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Lozoya Somosierra
Rascafría

Plaza de España, Rascafría – Las Presillas del Lozoya loop from Alameda del Valle

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Bike touring routes & trails
Spain
Madrid
Lozoya Somosierra
Rascafría

Plaza de España, Rascafría – Las Presillas del Lozoya loop from Alameda del Valle

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Plaza de España, Rascafría – Las Presillas del Lozoya loop from Alameda del Valle

02:02

23.3km

270m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 3, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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ZEPA Alto Lozoya

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2.35 km

Plaza de España, Rascafría

Highlight • Settlement

Rascafría is a beautiful village in the heart of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range. Located in the Lozoya Valley, it boasts an ideal location for cycling between the Morcuera and Cotos mountain passes.

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5.27 km

Monastery of El Paular

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The history of this monastery can be grouped around three main axes: El Paular-Cartuja (1390-1835), El Paular disentailed (1835-1954) and El Paular recovered for monastic life (1954-until today).
huerta_paularThe foundation …

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6.37 km

Las Presillas Natural Pools

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Las Presillas are natural pools located in Rascafria, in the El Paular Valley.
They are included in a recreational area that has wide green meadows and a bathing area (divided …

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6.42 km

Las Presillas del Lozoya

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Great place for break in the shadow of the trees and a dip in the water. There is also a Kiosk for snacks and drinks.

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13.0 km

Picturesque place with a wooden bridge to cross the Aguilón stream.
It is a way point to climb towards the waterfall of purgatory. From this point the road becomes quite complicated.

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20.4 km

El Paular Monastery

Highlight • Religious Site

One of the capitals of the Madrid Sierra and nerve center of the Lozoya Valley. With numerous establishments where you can buy, recharge your batteries or stay.
In addition to its urban area, the Paular monastery stands out, a must-see

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20.5 km

Rascafría is an interesting and pretty mountain town with cobbled streets and beautiful views. One of my favorite places to visit while there is the Natural Chocolate Artisan Chocolate Factory. …

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23.3 km

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Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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15.3 km

4.36 km

2.01 km

1.04 km

629 m

Surfaces

15.5 km

4.98 km

2.49 km

233 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,290 m)

Lowest point (1,120 m)

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