Vélez-Blanco Castle – Vélez-Blanco loop from La Parroquia

Vélez-Blanco Castle – Vélez-Blanco loop from La Parroquia

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Vélez-Blanco Castle – Vélez-Blanco loop from La Parroquia

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51.0km

900m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: August 1, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parque Natural Sierra de María-Los Vélez

Zona de Especial Protección para Aves Sierras del Gigante-Pericay, Lomas del Buitre-Río Luchena y Sierra de La Torrecilla

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9.34 km

Forest Road Between El Gigante and Morra de los Trancos

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A very beautiful forest trail, in a protected natural area. All at the foot of El Gigante. A multitude of splendid viewpoints. All a few km from Velez Blanco.

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10.3 km

Collado de Carasoles

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Mountain pass, which exceeds 1000 m in altitude and separates the district of La Parroquia from the Valdeinfierno reservoir. Wide and perfect track for gravel. In dry seasons, a lot of dust/sand from the nearby quarries accumulates.

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18.8 km

Woodcutters’ Trail

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Intersection of paths. If we go down and cross the Arroyo de Taibena, we will go down the Rambla del Taibena. If we continue straight ahead, we will go along …

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26.6 km

Caños de Caravaca Fountain

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Los Caños de Caravaca is a public fountain located in Vélez-Blanco. It was commissioned by the Marquis of Los Vélez in the 16th century. It has four water pipes and …

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26.7 km

Castillo de Vélez-Blanco

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Mandatory stop to see this jewel of Spanish Renaissance architecture. It imposes its presence when it begins to be seen in the distance.

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26.8 km

View of Vélez-Blanco and its castle

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From Cantarerías Street in Vélez-Blanco, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Vélez-Blanco Castle. This street offers a unique perspective of the castle, allowing you to appreciate its imposing structure and strategic location on top of the hill.

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27.1 km