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Castillo de la Peña de Ardales – Guadalhorce Reservoir loop from Ardales

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Bike touring routes & trails
Spain
Andalusia
Malaga
Norte O Antequera
Ardales

Castillo de la Peña de Ardales – Guadalhorce Reservoir loop from Ardales

Moderate

4.5

(6)

39

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Castillo de la Peña de Ardales – Guadalhorce Reservoir loop from Ardales

00:53

12.8km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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171 m

Ardales Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

The centre of Ardales is a charming and historic place that exudes a typical Andalusian atmosphere.
The streets are lined with white, traditional Andalusian houses, often decorated with flower boxes …

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2

224 m

Ardales enjoys a strategic location thanks to its proximity to the Guadalhorce reservoirs and the Sierra de las Nieves. The highlight of the town is the castle of La Peña, …

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3

1.34 km

Streetart under the bridge

Highlight • Structure

Mural announcing the Caminito del Rey.

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4

5.66 km

View of the Guadalhorce Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view! Just take a short break, enjoy the breathtaking views, and capture the magnificent perspectives! Great photo spot.

The view of the Guadalhorce Reservoir is one of the most …

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6.45 km

Guadalhorce Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Embalse de Guadalhorce: A beautiful turquoise lake surrounded by mountains and forests. Size: The lake has an area of approximately 780 hectares. It is used for water management, irrigation, electricity …

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6

12.3 km

La Peña de Ardales Interpretation Center

Highlight • Historical Site

Prehistory museum with a beautiful facade.

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12.8 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.9 km

814 m

Surfaces

12.1 km

386 m

236 m

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Lowest point (340 m)

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Tuesday 13 October

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