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Almería
Los Velez
Chirivel

Chirivel Village – Chirivel loop from Chirivel

Moderate

3.5

(2)

5

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Chirivel Village – Chirivel loop from Chirivel

02:29

40.7km

310m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 23, 2026

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359 m

Chirivel Village

Highlight • Settlement

This small town is located at an altitude of 1,034 meters in the region of Los Vélez, Almería. The name comes from the Latin word silvella, which means little forest. The origin of the current municipality of a group of houses of the manor of Los Vélez, when in 1859 it achieved its independence from Vélez Rubio. In any case, the archaeological remains found seem to indicate that since prehistoric times there would already be settlements in the same place.

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487 m

Chirivel

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This small town is located at 1034 meters above sea level in the Los Vélez region, Almería. The place name has origins in the Latin word "silvella", which means little forest. The origin of the current municipality is a group of houses from the Los Vélez manor, when in 1859 it achieved independence from Vélez Rubio. In any case, the archaeological remains found seem to indicate that there have already been settlements in the same place since prehistoric times.

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19.3 km

Church of the Encarnación of Vélez-Rubio

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Vélez-Rubio is a town that has amalgamated cultures over the centuries. Its urban center presents a very interesting architectural ensemble, mainly from the 18th and 19th centuries. Although some of its neighborhoods retain the medieval spirit of the convoluted and narrow streets.

On the other hand, its surroundings have a marked agricultural character dominated by fields of olive groves.

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21.0 km

Archway Entrance to Vélez Rubio

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21.1 km

Church of the Incarnation of Vélez-Rubio

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The Church of the Encarnación in Vélez-Rubio is one of the most outstanding monuments in the town. Built in the 18th century, this church is a magnificent example of Baroque architecture. Its imposing façade and richly decorated interior make it a place of great interest for both the faithful and lovers of art and history.

The church is located in the Plaza de la Encarnación, in the heart of the historic centre of Vélez-Rubio. In addition to its architectural value, the church houses various works of religious art and is an active centre of the spiritual life of the community.

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21.6 km

Vélez-Rubio

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Vélez-Rubio is a town that has amalgamated cultures over the centuries. Its urban center presents a very interesting architectural complex, mainly from the 18th and 19th centuries. Although some of its neighborhoods preserve the medieval spirit of the twisted and narrow streets.

On the other hand, its surroundings have a marked agricultural character dominated by olive groves.

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40.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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31.3 km

6.02 km

3.27 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.5 km

8.58 km

599 m

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Highest point (1,040 m)

Lowest point (810 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

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21°C

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