View of El Escorial and the Monastery
View of El Escorial and the Monastery
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View of El Escorial and the Monastery
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5.0
(75)
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Paraje pintoresco del Pinar de Abantos y Zona de La Herrería
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Location: San Lorenzo De El Escorial, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain
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August 18, 2025
Hiking
However, experts believe it was actually an ancient Celtic altar, possibly used for rituals. Today, it's a popular hiking spot with stunning views of the monastery and its surroundings.
•July 1, 2023
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•July 1, 2023
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Best routes to View of El Escorial and the Monastery
4.8
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40
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8.24km
03:32
460m
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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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127
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12.5km
03:37
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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48
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4.25km
01:23
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Elevation 1,120 m
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Location: San Lorenzo De El Escorial, Guadarrama, Madrid, Spain