Albuñol is a region in the province of Granada, Spain, situated between the Costa Tropical and the Sierra de la Contraviesa mountains. This geographical position provides a diverse landscape, ranging from coastal paths near the Mediterranean Sea to mountainous terrain, valleys, and hills. The area is well-suited for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more, offering varied routes for different activity levels.
Albuñol offers more than 20 routes across several sports…
47
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.0
(2)
11
hikers
10.7km
03:14
350m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
18.6km
05:44
660m
660m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
hikers
4.34km
01:07
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
hikers
6.80km
01:59
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
26.1km
03:03
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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11
riders
63.6km
04:22
830m
830m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
48.6km
04:16
1,300m
1,300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
24.2km
01:28
60m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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292
riders
107km
05:59
2,280m
2,280m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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76
riders
100.0km
04:34
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
138km
07:24
2,520m
2,520m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

22
riders
39.3km
02:40
1,310m
1,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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36
riders
133km
08:22
1,360m
1,360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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43
riders
66.0km
04:08
650m
640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47
riders
50.6km
03:43
1,120m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
riders
37.0km
02:23
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
10.2km
01:04
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
runners
9.62km
01:00
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
runners
14.8km
01:35
240m
240m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
6.86km
00:43
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Albuñol offers a variety of outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and mountain biking. The region features 21 routes across these sports. These activities explore diverse landscapes from coastal paths to mountainous terrain.
Albuñol features 5 road cycling routes and 6 touring cycling routes. These routes traverse fertile valleys and offer varied elevation profiles. For more details, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Albuñol guide or the Cycling around Albuñol guide.
Hiking trails in Albuñol range from easy coastal walks to challenging mountain ascents. Options include the 2.7-mile (4.3 km) Torre del Cautor Beach loop and the 6.6-mile (10.7 km) Polopos y Sorvilán circular route. The region's diverse terrain includes foothills, valleys, and canyons. More information is available in the Hiking around Albuñol guide.
Albuñol offers 2 mountain biking routes. These trails provide opportunities to explore the region's varied landscapes, including mountainous terrain and valleys. For specific route information, refer to the MTB Trails around Albuñol guide.
Albuñol provides 8 jogging routes. The varied terrain, including coastal paths and rural roads, offers options for different running preferences. Further details on these routes can be found in the Running Trails around Albuñol guide.
Albuñol is characterized by its coastal paths along the Costa Tropical and mountainous terrain in the Sierra de la Contraviesa and Alpujarra. Significant natural features include Barranco del Valenciano, Barranco de la Mina, and the hills of El Gato, Los Galvez, and La Ermita. The Cave of the Bats is also a notable archaeological site.
Outdoor routes in Albuñol have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from approximately 70 users. More than 1,500 visitors have explored the region's trails.
Albuñol offers challenging road cycling routes with significant elevation gains. An example includes a 86-mile (138 km) loop with 4,659 feet (1,420 m) of elevation. Another route covers 32.4 miles (52.1 km) with 5,019 feet (1,540 m) of elevation. These routes cater to experienced cyclists.
Official information about Albuñol is available through the local town hall. The official website is albunol.es. For direct inquiries, the general phone number is +34 958 82 60 60.
Trails in Albuñol feature various highlights, including man-made monuments, scenic viewpoints, and dedicated cycle ways. The region's position between the coast and mountains provides diverse vistas. White hillside towns like Salobreña with its Moorish castle are also visible from some routes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Albuñol. These include guides for Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Hiking, Running Trails, and MTB Trails.

