Mulhacén

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7.1km
Total Distance
875m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

The ascent of the highest peak on mainland Spain, deep in the Sierra Nevada. A long, high walk on stony paths, often done from the Hoya del Portillo or with a mountain refuge to break the climb.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Mirador de Trevélez · 1.7km
    Viewpoint
  2. 2
    El nido de ametralladora · 2.8km
    Shelter
  3. 3
    Vivac del Mulhacén
    at the end · Shelter
Path grade (SAC)
T3 · T4 for 1km
Surface
gravel 63%, natural ground 37%
Marked route
Subida al Mulhacén

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes