Plaza Nueva, Granada – Quéntar Reservoir loop from Nuevo Los Cármenes

Comarca de la Vega de Granada

Grenade

Plaza Nueva, Granada – Quéntar Reservoir loop from Nuevo Los Cármenes

Hard

5.0

(3)

riders

Plaza Nueva, Granada – Quéntar Reservoir loop from Nuevo Los Cármenes

04:22

64.6km

1,130m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.05 km for 161 m

After 5.32 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.36 km

Plaza Nueva, Granada

Highlight • Historical Site

It is the oldest square in Granada and is located in one of the high points of the city, between the commercial and modern center, and the charming and touristic Carrera del Darro.

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8.35 km

Granada

Highlight • Settlement

Granada is one of the most important cities in Andalusia, surrounded by the impressive Sierra Nevada, the forests of Sierra de Huétor and close to the Mediterranean coast.

Granada was …

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32.8 km

Great Point of View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great view from Parque Natural Sierra de Huétor. Even when storm is coming up. 😬

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39.4 km

Aguas Blancas Spring

Highlight • Natural Monument

Somewhat hidden source but with water all year round.

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39.8 km

Great spot for a break or for a quick camp

Highlight • Rest Area

Beautiful resting place along the river, accessible via stairs.

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42.0 km

Aguas Blancas Road

Highlight • Cycleway

It is a road in perfect condition, with little traffic and through some incredible landscapes: a highly recommended luxury.

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44.2 km

Quéntar Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Fun winding road cut into the rock slope along the western shore of the Quéntar Reservoir, with good asphalt pavement and little traffic.

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48.3 km

Scenic Section of the Puerto de Blancares Route

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

This is probably the most beautiful section of the road that connects Cenes with Dúdar and Quéntar.
Enjoy the views and the magnificent condition of this road, parallel to the Aguas Blancas river.

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64.6 km

End point

Train Station

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