Between 1925 and 1974 there was a tram connection from Granada to the Sierra Nevada, and there were even plans to build a funicular up to 2,200 meters above sea level. However, the 24-kilometer-long tram line was dismantled as part of the construction work on the Canales dam. A tram car is on display at the El Dornajo visitor center today.

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Miguel López Ortega

August 12, 2025

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It is part of our history. In my childhood I remember the tram on the Paseo del Salon. I would like to be there again.

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1. Canales Reservoir – Pinos Genil loop from Nuevo Los Cármenes

45.0km

03:14

720m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Plaza Nueva – View of Güéjar Sierra loop from Granada

89.3km

06:56

2,130m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Plaza Nueva – Quéntar Reservoir loop from Granada

87.2km

07:21

1,750m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,050 m

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Thursday 5 March

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77 %

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Location: Güejar Sierra, Comarca de la Vega de Granada, Granada, Andalusia, Spain

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Sierra Nevada Electric Railway Trail

1. Canales Reservoir – Pinos Genil loop from Nuevo Los Cármenes

2. Plaza Nueva – View of Güéjar Sierra loop from Granada

3. Plaza Nueva – Quéntar Reservoir loop from Granada

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