This peak is one of the most visited in the northern mountains due to its accessibility and its spectacular 360º views. From here you can see: To the north the Atazar reservoir and the Sierra de Ayllón, to the west the Sierra de La Cabrera and, on a clear day, the Peñalara peak, which is the highest in Madrid, to the south you can see the entire plain of Madrid and part of its skyline.

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June 9, 2023

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The Cancho de la Cabeza is the highest peak in the municipality of Patones, located in the Sierra Norte region of Madrid. It is a beautiful natural viewpoint of the El Atazar reservoir. In the background you can see the Peña de la Cabra, one of the numerous peaks of the Sierra de Ayllón.

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April 22, 2024

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Cancho de la Cabeza, the highest peak in the municipality of Patones, rises majestically in the Sierra Norte region of Madrid. This beautiful natural viewpoint offers panoramic views of the El Atazar reservoir and, in the background, you can see the Peña de la Cabra, one of the numerous peaks of the Ayllón mountain range.

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1. Cancho de la Cabeza via Arroyo de Patones Trail

10.2km

03:11

400m

Hike the Cancho de la Cabeza via Arroyo de Patones Trail for panoramic views of the Atazar reservoir and the charming village of Patones de

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2. Cancho de la Cabeza Summit – View of the Atazar Reservoir loop from Ctra. M134 - Poblado del Atazar

7.56km

02:22

270m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. View of the El Atazar Reservoir loop from Pontón de la Oliva

23.7km

08:00

990m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 1,230 m

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Saturday 21 March

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Patones, Lozoya Somosierra, Madrid, Spain

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Cancho de la Cabeza Summit

1. Cancho de la Cabeza via Arroyo de Patones Trail

2. Cancho de la Cabeza Summit – View of the Atazar Reservoir loop from Ctra. M134 - Poblado del Atazar

3. View of the El Atazar Reservoir loop from Pontón de la Oliva

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