La Cierva is a municipality in the Serranía Baja de Cuenca, Spain, known for its diverse natural features and high-altitude terrain. The region is characterized by expansive juniper forests, unique geological formations called "torcas," and a complex of lagoons, particularly near Cañada del Hoyo. These varied landscapes, including the high plateau of "Tierra Muerta," provide an excellent setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. La Cierva offers a tranquil environment for outdoor enthusiasts to…
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7.05km
01:53
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90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.10km
01:23
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.1km
03:05
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
03:05
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190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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38.4km
03:24
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570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.4km
04:38
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.8km
04:15
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880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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26.2km
01:46
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300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

10.7km
00:54
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180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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37.8km
03:33
530m
530m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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61.3km
04:21
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1,020m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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81.8km
03:49
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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55.4km
02:42
640m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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76.7km
03:42
780m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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47.9km
02:08
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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La Cierva provides opportunities for hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. The varied terrain includes gentle paths through woodlands and more challenging routes exploring natural depressions and lagoons.
La Cierva is characterized by expansive juniper forests and unique geological formations known as "torcas." The region also features a complex of lagoons, particularly near Cañada del Hoyo, and is part of the Serranía de Cuenca Natural Park.
Popular hiking trails include the 4.4-mile (7.1 km) Las Torcas de Cuenca circular route and the 3.2-mile (5.1 km) Lagunas de Cañada del Hoyo circular trail. The 6.9-mile (11.1 km) Lagunas Trail from Cañada del Hoyo (PR-CU 83) is also a favored option. Further information is available in the Hiking around La Cierva guide.
La Cierva offers terrain suitable for touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. The diverse landscapes, including forests and winding roads, present opportunities for cyclists of various levels. Guides like Cycling around La Cierva and MTB Trails around La Cierva provide route details.
Routes in La Cierva have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on experiences shared by more than 100 visitors to the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for La Cierva. These include Hiking around La Cierva, Cycling around La Cierva, MTB Trails around La Cierva, and Road Cycling Routes around La Cierva.
La Cierva is situated at an altitude of 1,295 meters (4,249 feet) above sea level. This high-altitude location contributes to its distinct natural environment within the Serranía Baja de Cuenca.
The "Tierra Muerta" is a high plateau where the village of La Cierva is nestled. It is known for its rich fauna and flora, particularly its vast juniper forests, and offers expansive views of the surrounding sierras.
Panoramic views of the surrounding forests and sierras can be enjoyed from the Hermitage of Jesús Bendito. This location, perched on a hill overlooking the village, offers expansive vistas towards Cabeza de Don Pedro, Sierra de Valdemeca, Sierra de las Cuerdas, and Sierra de los Palancares.
The official website for the municipality of La Cierva is www.la-cierva.es. This site provides general information about the municipality.
The municipal office (Ayuntamiento) of La Cierva can be contacted by phone at +34969351417. Their email address is aytolacierva@gmail.com.

