Picadas Reservoir – Bat Cuesta loop from Urb. Calalberche - Av Madrid

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Picadas Reservoir – Bat Cuesta loop from Urb. Calalberche - Av Madrid

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Picadas Reservoir – Bat Cuesta loop from Urb. Calalberche - Av Madrid

03:44

48.3km

620m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.19 km

Bridge Over the Alberche River in Aldea del Fresno

Highlight • Bridge

Go with good hydration and get up early so that the sun hits less when we are back.

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16.3 km

Picadas Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Picadas reservoir is located between the municipalities of Pelayos de la Presa and Aldea del Fresno, about 60 km from Madrid, in the Sierra de Gredos. This reservoir collects the waters of the Alberche River and has a recreational area that the whole family will enjoy.

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16.4 km

Picadas Dam Waterfall

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19.2 km

Tunnel on the Alberche Greenway

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A tunnel carved into the rock that is part of a railway that never worked.

Today it is a hiking and biking route that takes you through bridges and tunnels like this one, following the course of the Alberche River and the Picadas Reservoir, right next to the San Juan Reservoir.

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19.5 km

Tunnel on the Alberche Greenway

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20.4 km

Fresno Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

Beautiful and steep descent to the Picadas reservoir via the Barranco del Fresno. In certain spots, the views between the pine forests are spectacular.

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25.6 km

Barracks Square

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In this beautiful square there is a fountain but unfortunately it had no water. However, nearby there are supermarkets where you can buy water or food. Good place to take a break.

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32.1 km

Bat Cuesta

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48.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.2 km

11.7 km

6.73 km

4.44 km

1.29 km

Surfaces

20.7 km

17.0 km

5.37 km

4.72 km

460 m

Elevation

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Highest point (720 m)

Lowest point (450 m)

Weather

Monday 19 October

18°C

10°C

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Comments

August 15, 2021,MB 15082021 Chapinería - Aldea - Méntrida - Calalberche - El Morro - Chapinería

Grotto of 5. Fully recovered. Summer route par excellence in our area. Not very complicated, although it has a part with many "holes". The water of the Alberche river was very cold. By the way, a lot of people. The climb to El Morro a little hotter than usual. Cool day.

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October 27, 2024,MB 27102024 Chapinería - Safari Park - Villa del Prado - Calalberche - Aldea - Chapinería

Group of 6. Wet terrain with good grip. Exploring some new trails. Dantesque, punctures and more punctures, the "caltrops" are the culprits. Three at the back and two at the front, thanks tubeless 😅.
Route from Statue of Eloy Gonzalo to Hermitage of the Angel passing by:
- Church of San Eugenio Obispo (4.6 km)
- Picadas Dam (13.6 km) …

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