Pico Almanzor – Crampón Pass loop from Sistema Central

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Pico Almanzor – Crampón Pass loop from Sistema Central

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Pico Almanzor – Crampón Pass loop from Sistema Central

03:06

4.32km

570m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 228 m for 743 m

After 1.20 km for 1.93 km

After 3.35 km for 743 m

Waypoints

Start point

Alpine Hut

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6 m

Elola Refuge – Laguna Grande de Gredos

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This refuge, located at the foot of Almanzor at an altitude of 1,950 meters, is a guarded refuge situated in the southern part of Laguna Grande de Gredos. Inaugurated in …

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Pico Almanzor

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It is about an hour and a half climb up the side of the mountain. It is not difficult, but being so steep it is very physically hard.

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2.16 km

After a tough climb through the fields, the perfect place to regain strength before undertaking the final climb to the Almanzor peak. The final section is narrow and dangerous due to sand and loose rocks that can be dislodged.

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2.16 km

Almanzor

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The mythical Almanzor (2,591 m) is very close, you can almost touch it with your hand, but there is still a "little step" to reach the summit. First you have …

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