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Visit the Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga and villages of La Axarquía – circular

Visit the Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga and villages of La Axarquía – circular

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4.8

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Visit the Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga and villages of La Axarquía – circular

02:47

53.4km

750m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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319 m

Torre del Mar Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The original lighthouse was built in 1864, but due to coastal erosion and other problems, it was rebuilt and relocated several times. The current lighthouse was finally built in its current position in 1976 after several moves.

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6.88 km

Alcazaba of Vélez-Málaga

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The ascent to the Alcazaba is especially worthwhile because of the great view of the city. Apart from the tower and remains of the outer walls, there is not much to marvel at in the ruins of the Fortaleza.

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13.9 km

Benamocarra

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The municipality of Benamocarra belongs to the Axarquía region, which offers picturesque landscapes, whitewashed villages and agricultural traditions. The town dates back to the Moorish period of Al-Andalus, falling to …

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25.0 km

Climb From El Borge to Cútar and Descent to Benamargosa

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A 10 km stretch between El Borge and Benamargosa passing through Cútar, a very popular route among cyclists in the area. Great views of the white villages of the Axarquía region.

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36.0 km

Benamargosa

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A small town of Arab origin, surrounded by fruit orchards: lemons, mangoes, avocados.

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53.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

47.6 km

4.37 km

948 m

294 m

187 m

Surfaces

47.8 km

5.06 km

604 m

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Thursday 21 May

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Trail Reviews

Tobi R

March 10, 2023, Tag 1 in der Sonne

Day 1 in paradise. Rolling up for the tour to Granada tomorrow with great weather, on beautiful roads and with a great group!!! Then a dip in the pool. Heart, what do you want more!

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