Peñascosa, a region in the Sierra de Alcaraz in the province of Albacete, Spain, is characterized by its diverse natural landscapes. The area features a unique geomorphology with crags, ravines, glades, streams, and rivers, transitioning from plains to mountains. It encompasses over 12,000 hectares of public utility forests and protected areas, rich with pine, holm oak, and oak trees. This varied terrain makes Peñascosa suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
65
Routes
4.5
(52)
Average rating
735
People visited

5.0
(1)
32
riders
67.8km
03:36
1,310m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1
riders
64.0km
02:44
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

78
riders
94.0km
05:02
1,840m
1,840m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

54
riders
125km
06:54
2,510m
2,510m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
20
hikers
15.6km
05:00
630m
630m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

19.2km
05:10
240m
240m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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9
riders
89.4km
06:19
1,770m
1,770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
67.5km
04:43
1,310m
1,310m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
4
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3
riders
72.0km
04:46
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.0
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2
riders
45.9km
03:50
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

45.9km
04:16
830m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

41.5km
03:52
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

18
riders
68.4km
05:02
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12.0km
01:17
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

36
runners
45.1km
06:28
1,830m
1,830m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
17.0km
02:21
600m
600m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
20.9km
03:00
810m
810m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
54.6km
03:54
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
49.3km
02:49
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

60
riders
107km
08:26
1,640m
1,640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
57.9km
04:55
1,300m
1,300m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Peñascosa offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features 13 routes across these sports. More than 1,700 visitors have explored the area, giving routes an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Peñascosa provides numerous hiking trails for various fitness levels. A notable option is the "Singular Trees Route," a circular trail approximately 7.5 miles [12 km] long. Other hiking opportunities exist around the Laguna del Arquillo and the Pico de las Coronillas. Find more details in the Hiking around Peñascosa guide.
Peñascosa's unique geomorphology, with its scarped paths, makes it suitable for mountain biking. Several routes start directly from the town square. There are 5 mountain biking routes available in the region. Explore specific trails in the MTB Trails around Peñascosa guide.
Road cycling routes in Peñascosa traverse quiet roads through small mountain villages. One challenging route starts from the Sanctuary of Cortes, passes through Peñascosa, and continues to Las Yeguarizas, climbing three mountain passes over approximately 53 miles [85 km]. Discover more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Peñascosa guide.
Peñascosa and the broader province of Albacete offer touring cycling opportunities. The "Vía Verde de la Sierra de Alcaraz" is a 65-mile [105 km] ecotourism route built on an old railway line, suitable for cycle touring with mountain or hybrid bikes. This route features compacted earth and tarmac surfaces. Two touring cycling routes are available in the region. Consult the Cycling around Peñascosa guide for more information.
Peñascosa is known for its diverse natural features, including crags, ravines, glades, streams, and rivers. Notable attractions include the "Pino del Roble," a unique tree symbiosis, and the Laguna del Arquillo, a lake of significant ecological value. The region also features over 12,000 hectares of public utility forests.
The "Singular Trees Route" is a circular hiking trail that can be explored by families. The "Vía Verde de la Sierra de Alcaraz" is also suitable for cycle touring with mountain or hybrid bikes, offering a generally accessible experience. Specific routes cater to various fitness levels, including easier options for mountain biking.
The provided information does not specify any permit requirements for cycling within Peñascosa or the Sierra de Alcaraz Natural Park. Visitors are advised to respect local regulations and protected areas. For specific inquiries, contacting the local authorities is recommended.
Komoot offers several guides for Peñascosa, categorizing routes by sport. Available guides include Hiking around Peñascosa, MTB Trails around Peñascosa, Road Cycling Routes around Peñascosa, and Gravel biking around Peñascosa.
For tourism information or other inquiries, the Peñascosa Town Hall can be contacted directly. Their official website is www.peñascosa.es. The phone number for the Peñascosa Town Hall is +34967382408.
Yes, Peñascosa offers options for gravel biking. The region's varied terrain, transitioning from plains to mountains with diverse paths, is suitable for this activity. One gravel biking route is available. More details can be found in the Gravel biking around Peñascosa guide.
The "Pino del Roble" (Pine of the Oak) is a unique natural feature in Peñascosa. It represents a symbiosis of an oak and a pine growing from the same trunk. This remarkable tree has become a symbol of the town and is featured on its coat of arms. It can be explored via the "Singular Trees Route."

