National Park Guide
Sierra Nevada is a national park in Southern Spain, characterized by its high mountains, including Mulhacén, the highest peak in the Iberian Peninsula. The park features beautiful valleys of glacial origin and a diverse range of ecosystems, from Mediterranean vegetation at lower altitudes to alpine meadows. This varied terrain provides an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more, making it a prominent destination for outdoor activities.
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4.6
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4.7
(193)
720
hikers
8.65km
02:47
330m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
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266
hikers
12.6km
04:58
840m
840m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.6
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309
hikers
6.90km
02:33
360m
360m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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306
hikers
13.8km
05:03
820m
820m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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340
riders
65.1km
03:39
1,480m
1,480m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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1,548
riders
62.7km
03:58
1,860m
1,860m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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20
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60.8km
03:08
1,030m
1,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
60.7km
03:22
1,240m
1,240m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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168
riders
23.6km
02:08
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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46
riders
21.8km
02:03
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
29.1km
02:11
680m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
40.7km
04:11
1,070m
1,070m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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93
riders
42.2km
04:21
1,320m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.1
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51
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.4
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26
riders
30.1km
03:51
1,330m
1,330m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
42.3km
04:27
1,470m
1,470m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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59
runners
12.7km
02:12
840m
840m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

39
runners
8.60km
01:12
330m
330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

12
runners
16.7km
03:33
650m
650m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

7
runners
9.18km
01:28
550m
540m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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5
riders
71.5km
06:38
1,910m
1,910m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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84
riders
91.5km
06:38
2,300m
2,300m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
80.1km
06:57
1,710m
1,710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
48.5km
04:40
1,380m
1,380m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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19
hikers
13.6km
06:35
1,000m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

14
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

8
hikers
16.7km
09:37
1,410m
1,410m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Sierra Nevada National Park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The park features more than 150 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 11,000 visitors.
Popular hiking trails include Las Cebadillas and Central Hidraúlica de Poqueira – circular from Capileira, a 5.4-mile (8.7 km) moderate route. Another option is the Hoya de la Mora - Lagunillos de la Virgen Trail, which is 7.8 miles (12.6 km) long and also rated as moderate. For more options, consult the Hiking in Sierra Nevada guide.
Yes, Sierra Nevada National Park offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. A dedicated Easy hikes in Sierra Nevada guide is available to help find suitable routes. These trails provide accessible ways to experience the park's landscapes.
Road cyclists can explore routes like the Lanjarón Loop, a challenging 40.4-mile (65.1 km) route. Another option is the Pinos Genil village – Hoya de la Mora loop from Pradollano, spanning 39.0 miles (62.7 km). More routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes in Sierra Nevada guide.
Sierra Nevada National Park features mountain biking trails such as Transnevada Route H, a difficult 26.2-mile (42.2 km) route. Another challenging option is Transnevada Ruta H — De Capileira al Refugio Poqueira, covering 25.1 miles (40.4 km). The MTB Trails in Sierra Nevada guide provides additional information.
The park is home to Mulhacén, the highest peak in the Iberian Peninsula. It also features beautiful valleys of glacial origin, such as Siete Lagunas, and a rich biodiversity. Other highlights include huts, waterfalls, caves, lakes, mountain passes, gorges, and natural monuments.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Sierra Nevada National Park. These include Hiking in Sierra Nevada, MTB Trails in Sierra Nevada, Road Cycling Routes in Sierra Nevada, and Mountain Hikes in Sierra Nevada.
The highest peak in Sierra Nevada National Park is Mulhacén, which is also the highest peak in the Iberian Peninsula. Mountaineering routes to the summit include the Mulhacén Peak – Pico del Veleta loop. This area offers challenging terrain for experienced mountaineers.
As a national park in Southern Spain, visitors can find information through various channels. The Sierra Nevada Visitor Center 'El Dornajo' can be reached at +34 958340625. The Sierra Nevada National Park Administrative Centre, which provides advice on excursions, can be contacted at +34 958 980 238.
Yes, touring cyclists can find routes in Sierra Nevada National Park. An example is Pico de Veleta from Hoya de la Mora, a difficult 14.7-mile (23.6 km) route. The Cycling in Sierra Nevada guide offers more touring options.
Routes in Sierra Nevada National Park have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from more than 11,000 visitors who have explored the park's diverse trails and paths.
Sierra Nevada National Park offers several jogging routes. The Hoya de la Mora - Lagunillos de la Virgen Trail is a difficult 7.9-mile (12.7 km) option. Another route is the La Cebadilla Trail, spanning 5.3 miles (8.6 km). More routes can be found in the Running Trails in Sierra Nevada guide.

