Highlight • Canyon
Gorafe Desert
Cycling
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February 6, 2022
Cycling
Los Coloraos is one of its most popular areas, owing its name to the predominant red colour and its similarity to the Grand Canyon.
The picturesque village of Gorafe stands at the bottom of the Gor Canyon and it is considered the entrance to the desert.
Although the sunset and the sunrise are probably the best moments to enjoy the amazing landscape and the dynamic shapes of the Gorafe Desert, the area also offers a spectacular night sky.
June 30, 2022
Cycling
•November 6, 2024
Cycling
The desert is located in the Guadix-Baza Depression, a sedimentary basin that once housed a lake. Today, it is famous for its changing colors throughout the day, ranging from ochres and reds to yellows. In addition, the area is rich in paleontological and archaeological sites, including more than 240 dolmens in the Gorafe Megalithic Park.
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Best routes to Gorafe Desert
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92
riders
31.3km
03:02
640m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
22
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
44.0km
03:57
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 690 m
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