Plaza de Luis Escudero – Puerto de las Crucetillas loop from Villaverde de Guadalimar

Villaverde De Guadalimar

Plaza de Luis Escudero – Puerto de las Crucetillas loop from Villaverde de Guadalimar

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Plaza de Luis Escudero – Puerto de las Crucetillas loop from Villaverde de Guadalimar

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54.9km

1,180m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 16, 2026

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213 m

Cruz de los Caídos de Villaverde de Guadalimar

Highlight • Monument

The Cross of the Fallen in Villaverde de Guadalimar is a monument that evokes the memory of those who lost their lives in war conflicts. This cross, located in the town of Villaverde de Guadalimar, has an imposing height of 150 meters, with arms of 24 meters each. In fact, it is crowned the highest cross in the world.

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Villaverde de Guadalimar Village and Valley View

Highlight • Settlement

The rich landscape of this municipality, and its plant heritage, make it one of the most interesting for nature lovers, who can lose themselves among the streams and creeks that run through its area, such as the Arroyo de Fuente del Tejo, or climb the Picos de La Sagra and El Padrón, from where they can delight in the view of the entire Guadalimar Valley.

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16.4 km

Plaza de Luis Escudero

Highlight • Settlement

Riópar is located in the Sierra de Alcaraz and has an impressive natural environment. In the town, it is worth seeing the Royal Factories of San Juan de Alcaraz, the Paseo de los Plátanos, the Plaza de Luiz Escudero, the Molino reservoir and the old town.

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16.6 km

Museum of the Royal Factories of San Juan de Alcaraz

Highlight • Historical Site

A historical complex that contains the Royal Brass, Tumbaga and Zinc Factories, which at the time were pioneers in metallurgical experimentation and which were under the protection of Carlos III. The entrance costs €2 per person and there are many things and a variety of machinery. It can take you about an hour to visit it completely. It is quite an interesting visit.

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20.2 km

Puerto de las Crucetillas

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

The first three kilometers are smooth and comfortable until you reach a bridge, at which point the most demanding part of the climb begins. From there to the summit, the gradient remains very constant, averaging 6.5% with only three short sections approaching 9%. The route passes through a pine forest that limits panoramic views, although it offers a pleasant environment perfect for cycling.

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27.9 km

Puerto de las Crucetillas

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Port near the town of Riópar. The climb from there is harder than the one from Batán del Puerto.

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39.0 km

Riópar

Highlight • Settlement

The town is located between the Segura and Alcaraz mountain ranges and the Calar del Río Mundo. It is essential to visit the museum of the Royal Factories of San Juan de Alcaraz. Nearby are the Chorros del Río Mundo (source of the Mundo River) with spectacular waterfalls.

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46.2 km

Puerto del Arenal (1150 m)

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This 1150-meter high pass is located at a "gate" providing access to the source of the Río Mundo.
On this esplanade, you can park your vehicle to then set off on foot along a beautiful path.
This area even has an underpass to cross the national road.

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