Canales Reservoir – Canales Reservoir loop from Palacio Deportes

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Canales Reservoir – Canales Reservoir loop from Palacio Deportes

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Canales Reservoir – Canales Reservoir loop from Palacio Deportes

03:09

50.6km

1,240m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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After 17.8 km for 306 m

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2.65 km

Andalucía Road (East Granada)

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a bit bussier road to Panis.. but still fine

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13.3 km

Canales Reservoir

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Between the ascent of Pinos Genil and Guejar Sierra, an intermediate point is the Canales dam and the town of Canales, a good place for trout fishing and to take beautiful photos.

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14.2 km

Canales Reservoir

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A scenic climb with mostly good asphalt. This route is also ideal for climbing the Pico del Veleta, where there's very little traffic.

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17.8 km

Güéjar Sierra

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Güéjar Sierra is a picturesque Granada town at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, which preserves the charm of its narrow streets and whitewashed houses. Surrounded by mountains, viewpoints, and trails.

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18.8 km

View of reservoir of Canales and Güéjar Sierra

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From the Duke's path you can enjoy these incredible panoramic views of the entire Güéjar Sierra area.

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25.3 km

Pico de las Mieles Viewpoint

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Shortly before crowning the Collado del Alguacil we find this incredible viewpoint from where we can see one of the most impressive panoramic views of Sierra Nevada.

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33.0 km

Scenic road from Pinos Genil to Güéjar Sierra

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Decent asphalt (2023), very nice views and very little traffic (except on weekends). For me the most beautiful and least traffic approach to the Pico del Veleta.
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40.1 km

A pretty town located between the Aguas Blancas stream and the Genil river, which enjoys both its proximity to the magnificent landscapes of the Sierra Nevada Natural Park, and its proximity to the city of the Alhambra.

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