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Comarca de la Vega de Granada

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Pico Veleta — ascent to the top of Sierra Nevada

Comarca de la Vega de Granada

Cenes De La Vega

Pico Veleta — ascent to the top of Sierra Nevada

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5.0

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1,843

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Pico Veleta — ascent to the top of Sierra Nevada

05:49

88.6km

2,700m

Road cycling

The ascent to Pico Veleta is one of those road cycling routes that will leave you breathless, not just from the effort but also from the incredible views it offers. As you pedal, the landscape changes dramatically, transitioning from forested areas to a rocky, desolate terrain that resembles a lunar…

Last updated: July 21, 2026

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Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada

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21.2 km

Cerro de la Dehesilla (view of Tajo del Zorro)

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This is about midway to the Veleta summit if you started from downtown Granada. The views at 1900 meters elevation are already breathtaking, though the thinner air and exercise might have something to do with that as well ;-)

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33.6 km

Ascent to Veleta Peak

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From Hoya de la Mora there is a barrier to prevent motor vehicles from going up. By bicycle, you can continue climbing.
It is advisable to reach the summit from …

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70.3 km

Public Water Fountain

73.4 km

El Charcón Valley and Tunnels

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An alternative road that avoids the Alto de Hazallanas, per la estreta vall de El Charcón. La carretera surt de la població de Güejar Sierra, passant per Maitena i que …

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77.2 km

Güéjar Sierra

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Güéjar Sierra is a picturesque Granada town at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, which preserves the charm of its narrow streets and whitewashed houses. Surrounded by mountains, viewpoints, and trails.

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88.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

87.2 km

1.47 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

80.1 km

8.49 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (3,230 m)

Lowest point (740 m)

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Wednesday 29 July

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Cerro de la Dehesilla (view of Tajo del Zorro)

Ascent to Veleta Peak

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