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Desert of Gorafe – Gravel Climb of Dreams loop from Dehesas de Guadix

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Desert of Gorafe – Gravel Climb of Dreams loop from Dehesas de Guadix

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Desert of Gorafe – Gravel Climb of Dreams loop from Dehesas de Guadix

03:08

37.2km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

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Geoparque de Granada

Waypoints

Start point

Restaurant

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3.31 km

Alicun de Ortega Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Small extended viewpoint with two benches and the coat of arms of Alicun de Ortega.

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4.93 km

The Guadahortuna River is an important waterway in the Granada region.
The river rises in Montejícar and flows through several municipalities, including Alicún de Ortega, before finally flowing into the …

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19.1 km

Refugio de la Cañada de los Mojones

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Diaphanous shelter. Fireplace and little else. To spend the night under cover.

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20.6 km

Desert of Gorafe

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Honestly riding through here at sunset will remain a life highlight for me. If you are able to over sunrise or sunset, it's an experience you will not regret.

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20.9 km

Gravel Climb of Dreams

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Beautiful quiet gravel climb up to the north. The percentages are doable and only slightly steeper in one or two places. Just after the top on the left you can …

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36.5 km

Parish Church of Our Lady of the Annunciation

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The church was built in the 16th century, during the Reconquista period.
The church has undergone several restorations to preserve its original Mudéjar style and ensure its structural integrity.
The …

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36.8 km

Coat of Arms of Dehesas de Guadix

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The coat of arms of Dehesas de Guadix is a beautiful symbol that represents the history and identity of the municipality. Here are some important elements of the coat of …

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37.1 km

Dehesas de Guadix

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Dehesas de Guadix is a small municipality. It is located in the northeast of the comarca of Los Montes and has an area of approximately 57 km²1. The municipality has …

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37.2 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.1 km

8.73 km

392 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

13.2 km

7.46 km

2.55 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,020 m)

Lowest point (590 m)

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Monday 6 July

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Desert of Gorafe – Gravel Climb of Dreams loop from Dehesas de Guadix

Alicun de Ortega Viewpoint

River Guadahortuna

Refugio de la Cañada de los Mojones

Desert of Gorafe

Gravel Climb of Dreams

Parish Church of Our Lady of the Annunciation

Coat of Arms of Dehesas de Guadix

Dehesas de Guadix

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