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The Pantano de Quéntar is a reservoir in Quéntar, Granada, built between 1971 and 1975 and officially inaugurated on 11 May 1976. It is located at the confluence of the Aguas Blancas and Padules rivers and has a capacity of 14 million cubic metres. The reservoir plays an important role in the water supply of the city of Granada and the irrigation of the surrounding agricultural lands.

a spectacular area with very good roads

The Fuente Aguas Blancas is a picturesque place, in a peaceful and beautiful setting. The water is particularly clear and is filtered from the wooded dolomite mountain ranges. The small river "Río Aguas Blancas", a tributary of the Río Genil.

The Embalse de Quéntar, is also known as the Quéntar Reservoir. The reservoir is surrounded by a picturesque landscape and offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, fishing, and even water sports. The reservoir was built in the 1970s and plays an important role in the water supply of Granada and the surrounding agricultural areas.

There are panels at this viewpoint explaining the formation process of the Marchal Gullies, making it a very impressive viewpoint.

Coming from Beas de Guadix, you first have to overcome a steep climb. Doable with a MTB cassette, 38/42 were quite strenuous with a loaded bike. At the top, however, you are rewarded with a fantastic view. Absolutely brilliant and recommended.

Great view from here over the Sierra Nevada, the Hoya de Guadix and of course the town of Beas de Guadix.

Right next to a gravel road and looks impressive.