View of the Cabo de Gata landscape – Ascent to Vela Blanca loop from Playa de Mónsul

Campo Nijar Y Bajo Andarax

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View of the Cabo de Gata landscape – Ascent to Vela Blanca loop from Playa de Mónsul

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View of the Cabo de Gata landscape – Ascent to Vela Blanca loop from Playa de Mónsul

01:14

18.8km

280m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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Parque Natural Cabo de Gata-Níjar

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Start point

Parking

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453 m

View of the Cabo de Gata landscape

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One of the most beautiful passages of the Cabo de Gata, truly magnificent.

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1.15 km

Ascent to Vela Blanca

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Take it easy, it takes a long time

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2.08 km

View of the Vela Blanca

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Near the top, the views become more and more beautiful

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2.19 km

Collado de la Vela Blanca

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The volcanic rocks offer a variety of colors.

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2.22 km

Cliffside Trail in Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park

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The volcanoes have left behind a beautiful colorful landscape.

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5.74 km

Scenic section at Playa de Mónsul

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Hehe, just enjoy a flat ride and relax among the mountains and above all enjoy the surroundings.

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8.85 km

View of Morrón de los Genoveses

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The goats have disappeared, there is not a blade of grass left here

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9.82 km

Collado de los Genoveses Windmill

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This mill, built in the 19th century and restored a few years ago, consists of 3 main parts. On one side we have the tower, on top of that the …

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18.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.1 km

2.29 km

346 m

Surfaces

15.5 km

2.14 km

605 m

448 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (160 m)

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Weather

Monday 19 October

24°C

20°C

20 %

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View of the Cabo de Gata landscape – Ascent to Vela Blanca loop from Playa de Mónsul

View of the Cabo de Gata landscape

Ascent to Vela Blanca

View of the Vela Blanca

Collado de la Vela Blanca

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