Guadarrama National Park - circular to Peñalara from Cotos via the Peñalara Glacial Circus

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Guadarrama National Park - circular to Peñalara from Cotos via the Peñalara Glacial Circus

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Guadarrama National Park - circular to Peñalara from Cotos via the Peñalara Glacial Circus

04:30

10.7km

570m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Nacional de la Sierra de Guadarrama

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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995 m

Mirador de la Gitana

Highlight • Viewpoint

On the slope to the left appears the Cubero spring, dry or frozen for part of the year, and shortly after, where the mountain track turns to the left, the …

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5.60 km

Peñalara Peak

Highlight • Summit

It is one of the most emblematic peaks of this mountain system and its summit is the highest point in the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park.

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7.40 km

Laguna Grande de Peñalara

Highlight • Lake

If you get to the top of Peñalara, it is well worth visiting the Laguna Grande located within the picturesque Peñalara Circus. A wonderful and quiet place with nature in all its splendor.

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7.97 km

Peñalara Glacial Cirque

Highlight • Natural Monument

The path jumps over a rocky hill and reaches the bridge over the Laguna de Peñalara stream, which is the natural drainage of the Laguna Grande. The Hoya de Peñalara …

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10.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.37 km

504 m

378 m

344 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.99 km

2.44 km

514 m

504 m

110 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,380 m)

Lowest point (1,830 m)

Weather

Thursday 12 November

13°C

7°C

89 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

July 31, 2022,Caminata

Climbing route to go up and down the conventional route, very difficult level the climb, you need very good physical condition, easy accessible descent

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