Puerto de León y Puerto de la Bolina — circular route from Málaga

Puerto de León y Puerto de la Bolina — circular route from Málaga

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Puerto de León y Puerto de la Bolina — circular route from Málaga

02:55

49.4km

1,190m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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Parque Natural Montes de Málaga

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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11.1 km

View of Málaga and the coast from El Mirador

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The winding approach, which runs through the Montes Natural Park with its picturesque surroundings, makes the tour an ideal route for cyclists and mountain bikers looking for a sporting challenge …

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12.2 km

Double Hairpin Tunnel, Puerto del León

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Everyone talks about the tie knot in Sa Calobra in Mallorca. There is even a double knot: within a few meters the street crosses twice. The only problem here is …

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18.4 km

Queen's Fountain

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The Fuente de la Reina is located on a winding mountain road, with some steep climbs, that connects Málaga with the Montes de Málaga. It is a popular stop for cyclists as it offers a natural water source.

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25.2 km

Bolina Pass

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Passport with passport plate. What more do you want. Good view. You can find it here too.

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29.9 km

View of Olías Village

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Views of a small town 20 km from the capital. Although it is difficult to remember, because coming to Olías is like taking a trip back in time, it is a neighborhood belonging to the municipality of Malaga.

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36.8 km

Carretera de Olías

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Olías road takes us directly to this elevated town, which is all joy and we can enjoy several viewpoints towards the coast with beautiful views.

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45.7 km

Winding Road Through Parque Forestal Monte Victoria

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Small and quite quiet street through the Parque Forestal Monte Victoria. A real surprise, because almost in the middle of the city you suddenly drive right through the forest. Being …

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49.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.9 km

4.61 km

1.80 km

164 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

47.1 km

2.24 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (920 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Monday 2 November

23°C

14°C

14 %

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

March 31, 2022,Auf der Flucht vor dem Regen....

…. First by car... Until we found better weather again 🤩

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December 23, 2022,Puerto del Leon

Photos or my description will not do that justice, what an incredible place to ride a bike!

April 29, 2025,🔴 ROAD | León + Totalan LOOP

Leaving Málaga for Puerto del León means leaving the hustle and bustle behind and gradually venturing into a road that gains height, curves, and tranquility. The route takes us up the classic climb to the top of one of the area's most iconic mountain passes, then descends leisurely through Totalán and returns to the starting point.

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