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Amethyst Viewpoint – In the middle of the desert loop from Sendero Rio Alias

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Bike touring routes & trails

Spain

Andalusia

Almería

Campo Nijar Y Bajo Andarax

Carboneras

Amethyst Viewpoint – In the middle of the desert loop from Sendero Rio Alias

Hard

4.0

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Amethyst Viewpoint – In the middle of the desert loop from Sendero Rio Alias

09:49

148km

2,050m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 27.0 km for 211 m

After 33.7 km for 113 m

Waypoints

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15.0 km

View of Playa del Algarrobico

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15.9 km

Views from the Granatilla viewpoint

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One of the most spectacular viewpoints of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park, where you can not only see the protected space but also the old thermal power plant and the Carboneras desalination plant in the distance.

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26.0 km

Mojácar Seafront Bike Path

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Cycling along the Mojácar promenade is an incredibly beautiful and recommendable experience. The coastal landscape is stunning, with views of the Mediterranean Sea and golden sandy beaches.

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27.0 km

Playa del Lance Nuevo

Beach

33.7 km

Castillo de Jesús Nazareno

Castle

94.8 km

Amethyst Viewpoint

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Piece of art at this popular stop/parking lot at a beautiful viewpoint

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102 km

Windmill in Cortijada de Los Cortijos Grandes

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Beautiful landmark in this naturally inhospitable area

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105 km

Collado de la Cruz

Mountain Pass

107 km

San José Beach

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The beauty of San José and its picturesque setting amidst volcanic mountains attracts many visitors. The village has approximately 1,000 inhabitants.

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110 km

At the road to San José

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Beautiful route, there is a car-free gravel path along the road.

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142 km

In the middle of the desert

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The Cabo de Gata is not, as is often said, the location of well-known westerns and other films such as "For a Fistful of Dollars", "Indiana Jones and the Last …

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148 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

129 km

9.96 km

4.08 km

3.73 km

1.09 km

Surfaces

134 km

10.2 km

3.08 km

707 m

256 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

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Amethyst Viewpoint – In the middle of the desert loop from Sendero Rio Alias

View of Playa del Algarrobico

Views from the Granatilla viewpoint

Mojácar Seafront Bike Path

Amethyst Viewpoint

Windmill in Cortijada de Los Cortijos Grandes

San José Beach

At the road to San José

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