Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 9, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 349 m for 515 m

After 938 m for 28 m

After 1.17 km for 150 m

After 1.51 km for 187 m

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205 m

Manzanares River at Canto Cochino

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Canto Cochino, located in La Pedriza, is a place of natural beauty in the Community of Madrid.
Remember to wear comfortable shoes, seasonally appropriate clothing, and water to stay hydrated …

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1.75 km

The Great Glen

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It connects the old gr10 and the Carboneras with the Cllado de la Pedriza.

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3.17 km

Curious rock formation that assimilates its shape to a camel, hence its name. The passage of time and the many years of erosion have formed a very curious and striking landscape throughout the La Pedriza area.

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4.37 km

Goat Viewpoint, La Pedriza

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There are so many Spanish mountain goats here that you don't really have to make an effort to see them.

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5.45 km

Ortigal Cork Oak

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The Ortigal or Bandolero Cork Oak is on the list of Singular Trees of the Community of Madrid, within the environmental space of the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. The …

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5.48 km

El Indio Rock Formation

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Complicated to get to the Cueva del Diente, path between stones.

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7.32 km

Manzanares River through the Camorza Gorge

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Just 200 meters from Bar La Foca.

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7.55 km

Manzanares River

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The Manzanares River is born at an altitude of 2,063 m in a place in La Pedriza in the Sierra de Guadarrama.
In its upper section, regulated by the Santillana …

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8.30 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.16 km

2.86 km

222 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.55 km

474 m

166 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,410 m)

Lowest point (970 m)

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Wednesday 15 April

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