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Cerro del Cautivo – Tabernas Oasis loop from Puente del Cautivo

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Cerro del Cautivo – Tabernas Oasis loop from Puente del Cautivo

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Cerro del Cautivo – Tabernas Oasis loop from Puente del Cautivo

01:42

6.26km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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759 m

Cave of the Captive

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Small cave with an exit on both sides.

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1.15 km

Cerro del Cautivo

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Surprising appearance, those palm trees in this place.

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1.36 km

Lawrence of Arabia Oasis

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Great oasis in the middle of the desert with some deep ditches and washed away stone bridges.

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1.43 km

Tabernas Oasis

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The dry river bed, which serves as our path, does not carry much water even in rainy seasons. The barren environmental conditions of the desert with over 3,000 hours of …

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3.06 km

Tabernas Desert Rock Formations

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The Tabernas Desert is famous for its unique rock formations and arid landscape, which has been shaped by erosion over millions of years. These rocks and geological formations create an …

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3.30 km

Tabernas Desert Natural Area

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It is considered the only actual desert area on the entire European continent. Its landscape is characteristic of badlands, with impressive geological formations and a rich variety of environmental resources.

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3.64 km

Escalera Ruta El Cautivo

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The Escalera Ruta el Cautivo is a hiking route located in the Tabernas Desert, in the province of Almería, Andalusia. This route is known for its impressive panoramic views and for the staircase that is part of the route.

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4.77 km

Rambla de Tabernas

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No problems in summer, but watch out after many raining days in winter/spring. You will have fun with the mud.

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6.26 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.50 km

2.72 km

Surfaces

3.19 km

1.95 km

1.03 km

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