Güéjar Sierra is located on the northwest slope of the Sierra Nevada Natural Park, halfway up the Calar hill, at the foot of which the waters of the Genil River flow. It is a mountain town divided into three neighbourhoods, with steep slopes and crystal-clear streams, perfect for practicing rural tourism.

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JavierCR 🇪🇸

February 17, 2022

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This municipality is the starting point for the main medium and high mountain trails that climb the Sierra Nevada, such as the Vereda de la Estrella. Güéjar Sierra is located 16 kilometers from the Alhambra and 25 from the Sierra Nevada ski slopes, and it is possible to practice horseback riding, hiking or cycling routes.

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Erika H.

May 1, 2024

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Nice round trip from the Los Lomas campsite. Unfortunately, the tour goes to the town of Embalse and from there back to the campsite on the main road, which is not nice to walk on as there is more traffic here.

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1. Devil's Cave – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

11.8km

03:39

390m

400m

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

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2. View of the Sierra Nevada – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

9.60km

03:03

400m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Devil's Cave – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

9.80km

02:49

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,100 m

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Tuesday 20 January

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-1°C

90 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Location: Güejar Sierra, Comarca de la Vega de Granada, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

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1. Devil's Cave – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

2. View of the Sierra Nevada – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

3. Devil's Cave – Genil River loop from Güéjar Sierra

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