Lújar is a mountain village situated in Spain's Granada province, within the Sierra de Lújar. This region is characterized by rugged mountain terrain, dramatic gorges, and panoramic views that extend across the landscape to the Mediterranean Sea. The natural environment, featuring diverse flora like cork, strawberry trees, almond trees, and pine trees, provides varied settings for outdoor pursuits. It offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
Lújar provides…
71
Routes
4.3
(74)
Average rating
1120
People visited

4.7
(3)
91
riders
54.9km
03:25
1,530m
1,530m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

92
riders
46.0km
02:43
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

71
riders
47.5km
02:19
600m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(2)
66
riders
51.0km
03:01
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
32
riders
33.6km
02:36
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
riders
69.8km
05:12
1,640m
1,640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(6)
25
riders
26.7km
01:49
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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37
runners
12.0km
01:17
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
25.3km
03:38
1,160m
1,160m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
15.8km
02:19
700m
700m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
18.1km
02:30
860m
860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(12)
25
hikers
3.64km
01:09
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
13
hikers
10.5km
03:26
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.4
(7)
14
hikers
4.98km
01:37
210m
210m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.5
(2)
19
hikers
3.52km
00:57
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
14
riders
76.3km
05:17
970m
970m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
9
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
19.7km
01:57
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
8
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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10
riders
35.9km
02:36
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
56.5km
04:47
1,590m
1,590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
62.9km
05:19
2,110m
2,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
73.3km
06:26
2,060m
2,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lújar offers a range of outdoor activities, including road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features 12 routes across these sports. More than 6,000 visitors have explored Lújar's routes, which hold an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Lújar provides road cycling routes characterized by winding roads and varying altitudes. These routes offer scenic views across the landscape and towards the Mediterranean Sea. For detailed information, consult the Road Cycling Routes around Lújar guide.
Lújar is known for its hiking trails, which include paths from the village to the highest points of the Sierra de Lújar. Trails pass through diverse vegetation like almond, olive, and pine trees. The Hiking around Lújar guide provides further details on available routes.
Yes, Lújar offers routes for touring cycling. These routes provide opportunities for more leisurely rides through the region's picturesque landscapes. Information on these routes can be found in the Cycling around Lújar guide.
Lújar includes options for both mountain biking and gravel biking. The rugged terrain of the Sierra de Lújar provides suitable conditions for these activities. Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Lújar and Gravel biking around Lújar guides.
The Lújar region is defined by the Sierra de Lújar mountain range, which reaches 6,135 feet (1,870 meters) at its highest point. The landscape features dramatic gorges, panoramic views, and diverse flora including cork, strawberry trees, almond trees, and pine trees. It is a protected area with various wildlife.
The region offers outdoor activities throughout the year. A notable time to visit is in February when the almond trees are in full blossom, adding to the scenic beauty of the area. The mild climate at an elevation of approximately 2,936 feet (895 meters) above sea level supports year-round exploration.
Yes, Lújar provides trails suitable for jogging and running. The varied terrain and scenic vistas along winding roads and paths offer an environment for these activities. The Running Trails around Lújar guide lists specific routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Lújar, including Road Cycling Routes around Lújar, Cycling around Lújar, Hiking around Lújar, Running Trails around Lújar, MTB Trails around Lújar, and Gravel biking around Lújar.
The official website for the Ayuntamiento de Lújar (Lújar Town Hall) is www.lujar.es. The phone number for the Lújar Town Hall and Tourist Office is +34 958 83 60 31. The tourist office is located at Calle Santo Cristo de Cabrilla, 11, Lentegí 18614.
The Sierra de Lújar offers panoramic views that extend across the countryside and the Mediterranean Sea. The region's rugged mountains and dramatic gorges serve as natural highlights. Specific viewpoints are often found along the winding roads and hiking trails.

