The Las Canchas viewpoint is an extraordinary panoramic point of the Barranca Valley, enclosed by the Guarramillas and Maliciosa massifs. The enigmatic and mysterious name of Maliciosa appears on several …

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Alvaro Hernandez

June 20, 2022

Hiking

Enjoy the view of the Barranca valley and its immense pine forest below, raise your eyes to contemplate the Bola del Mundo and the Maliciosa peak. On a clear day you can see in the distance the 5 towers of Madrid and almost the entire "Madrileña plateau". One of the best viewpoints of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

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Javi

October 22, 2022

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A privileged point to observe the Valley of La Barranca presided over by La Maliciosa and the Ball of the World. On clear days you can see the silhouette of the buildings of the city of Madrid and the endless plateau on which they are located.

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1. Barranca Valley Trail

9.30km

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Hike a moderate 5.8-mile loop in Guadarrama National Park, featuring pine forests, panoramic views from Mirador de las Canchas, and varied t

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2. Pine Forest Hill – Las Canchas Viewpoint loop from Navacerrada

9.60km

03:25

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

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3. Las Canchas Viewpoint – Meadow of Las Cortes loop from Antiguo Apeadero de Collado Albo

16.4km

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680m

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

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Location: Navacerrada, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain

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Las Canchas Viewpoint

1. Barranca Valley Trail

2. Pine Forest Hill – Las Canchas Viewpoint loop from Navacerrada

3. Las Canchas Viewpoint – Meadow of Las Cortes loop from Antiguo Apeadero de Collado Albo

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