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Risco de la Cruz de Hontanares
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Risco de la Cruz de Hontanares
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Oxígeno
March 21, 2022
Hiking
The Cruz de Hontanares is a monument in honor of the Virgin of the Sierra. The legend goes back to the 7th century, when the inhabitants of the towns of Ayllón hid the image of the Virgin in a mountain cave to prevent it from falling into Muslim hands. After several centuries, a shepherd from Riaza found the image in the grotto of the mountains and began the worship of the most popular and endearing sanctuary in the Land of Ayllón.
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April 14, 2025
Hiking
Difficult to approach the Cross, but exciting.
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5.0
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9
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16.3km
06:39
900m
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This difficult 10.1-mile circular hike in Sierra de Ayllón offers stunning views, cultural landmarks, and a challenging ascent to Buitrera p
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5.0
(1)
5
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Hard
2
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
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Elevation 1,720 m
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