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Cabeza de Hierro Mayor

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Cabeza de Hierro Mayor

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    Location: Manzanares El Real, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain

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    October 19, 2022

    Hiking

    El Cabeza de Hierro Mayor is the highest peak on La Cuerda Larga. With an altitude of 2,383 meters above sea level, it offers wonderful panoramic views over the Sierra Norte, Rascafría, Peña del Águila and the Santillana Reservoir. Quite a challenge that has a picturesque reward!
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    May 12, 2025

    Hiking

    Tired from the climb, you sit down sheltered from the wind and eat a snack. If it's not windy or cold, look toward Peñalara and make out the landscapes and lagoons. Look toward the Bola del Mundo and admire the scenery. Look toward La Cuerda Larga and explore its grandeur.
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    June 28, 2020

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    Second highest summit in the Community of Madrid
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    1. Cuerda Larga from Puerto de la Morcuera to Cabeza de Hierro Mayor (PR-M 11)

    21.3km

    08:15

    790m

    790m

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

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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

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    Elevation 2,350 m

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    Location: Manzanares El Real, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain

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