Tough climb but the views are worth it. The first half out of Villanueva de la Concepción is the toughest, especially if you already stopped for a coffee and sat down for too long!

DakenH

October 26, 2025

Road cycling

The climb to El Torcal de Antequera takes you by bike up into one of Andalusia's most impressive natural parks, known for its bizarre karst formations. The winding road climbs steadily and leads through a diverse rocky landscape, where vegetation becomes sparser with increasing altitude. At the top, expansive views, fresh mountain air, and an almost surreal rock world open up. The destination is the Torcal Alto Visitor Center, from where the extraordinary landscape can be experienced with particular impact – a challenging but rewarding climb for experienced cyclists.

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Distance 8.69 km

Uphill 630 m

Downhill 20 m

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Location: Villanueva De La Concepción, Norte O Antequera, Malaga, Andalusia, Spain

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