Tíjola is a municipality located in the Alto Almanzora region of Almería, Spain, characterized by its diverse terrain situated within the Valle del Almanzora. The landscape of Tíjola is defined by the surrounding Sierra de los Filabres and Sierra de Lúcar mountain ranges, offering varied topography from river valleys and greenways to rugged mountain trails. This geographical composition makes Tíjola suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Tíjola…
51
Routes
4.6
(31)
Average rating
580
People visited

4.5
(4)
9
hikers
6.27km
01:57
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(4)
9
hikers
13.4km
03:52
340m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(6)
26
hikers
6.57km
01:53
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
4.84km
01:21
90m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
25.0km
01:54
450m
450m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15.0km
01:15
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

61
riders
121km
09:31
3,260m
3,260m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
65.6km
05:06
1,730m
1,730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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52
riders
108km
06:40
2,850m
2,850m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

41
riders
96.0km
05:48
2,520m
2,520m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

18
riders
75.4km
04:40
1,980m
1,980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
81.5km
04:18
1,450m
1,450m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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25
riders
44.5km
04:12
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
33.8km
02:06
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
46.9km
04:39
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
36.9km
03:18
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
11.3km
01:31
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
24.9km
03:21
1,020m
1,020m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
10.2km
01:17
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
9.57km
01:13
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Tíjola offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 30 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars from over 700 visitors.
Touring cyclists can explore the Almanzora greenway, a restored railway route offering a less strenuous experience. The area also provides diverse terrain suitable for touring. More information is available in the Cycling around Tíjola guide.
Road cyclists can tackle challenging ascents in the Sierra de los Filabres, such as the climb to Calar Alto from Tíjola. This route features inconsistent gradients and sections with steep inclines. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Tíjola guide.
Mountain bikers will find rugged trails in the Sierra de los Filabres and Sierra de Lúcar mountain ranges. Specific routes like the "MTB Route UP THE CALAR ALTO" offer technically difficult terrain. Consult the MTB Trails around Tíjola guide for more options.
The Cerrá de Tíjola offers an impressive natural setting with paths along the Bacares River, providing numerous tracks for circular trails. Other walking routes lead to the Fuente del Huevo and the Cueva de la Paloma. The Hiking around Tíjola guide provides further details.
Yes, the Almanzora greenway, a perfectly restored old railway route, offers a flatter and more accessible option for touring cyclists and beginners. This route provides a less strenuous experience compared to mountain ascents.
Tíjola is situated in the Valle del Almanzora, flanked by the Sierra de los Filabres and Sierra de Lúcar mountain ranges. Notable natural features include the Cerrá de Tíjola, with its vertical stone cuts, and the Balsa de Cela, a natural thermal spring.
Tíjola has a rich historical backdrop, including evidence of prehistoric settlements and Roman presence. An old fortress also contributes to the area's historical charm. These sites offer cultural interest alongside outdoor activities.
Tíjola is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 700 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Tíjola, including Cycling around Tíjola, Hiking around Tíjola, Road Cycling Routes around Tíjola, MTB Trails around Tíjola, and Running Trails around Tíjola.
The official website for the municipality of Tíjola is tijola.es. For direct inquiries, the Tíjola Town Hall can be reached at +34950420300.

