The entrance to the Alcantara Gorge via the "communal access" (stairs, €1.50) is tucked away in the middle between two parts of the commercial park (elevator, >€10). The associated parking …

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7.08 km

Alcantara Gorges — Communal Entrance

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In contact with the river water lava masses are cooled very quickly and solidified into prominent, densely supported columns. Over time, the Alcantara has eaten its way through the lava …

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7.29 km

Alcantara Gorges

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Very cold water all year round. Very busy in summer. After rain in winter, the gorge is partially closed due to the risk of floods.

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7.30 km

Entrance to Alcantara Gorge

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7.71 km

Alcantara Gorges

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Very cold water all year round. Very busy in summer. After rain in winter, the gorge is partially closed due to the risk of floods.

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7.78 km

Alcantara Gorge

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Pack swimming trunks and bathing shoes

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7.81 km

Alcantara Gorges from the river

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Very cold water all year round. Very busy in summer. After rain in winter, the gorge is partially closed due to the risk of floods.

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12.3 km

View of the Alcantara Gorge

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If you take the small hiking trail on the opposite side of the river, you are not only almost alone, but you can also enjoy a beautiful view of the gorge

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15.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.61 km

3.77 km

3.15 km

583 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.47 km

4.63 km

1.26 km

733 m

532 m

487 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

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