Sierra de Gredos

Madrid to Navarredonda de Gredos

Navarredonda de Gredos 2,5 h, village located at an elevation of 1,523 metre above sea level in the northern foothills of the Sierra, and the fifth-highest municipality in Spain. Since early 8th century, nearly the entire Iberian Peninsula fell under Arab rule. It was likely some Berber shepherds settled in the region and evolved livestock farming, introducing sheep and generalising transhumance.

Morezón 2389 m high

15 km Circular route and 800 m ascent.

The Morezón is one of the peaks that makes up the Circo de Gredos. From its top you have one of the best views of the area with the Elola Refuge and the Laguna Grande in the foreground. It’s not unusual to have 70km views south all the way across the plain to the Toledo Mountains and the most emblematic peaks of the circus —such as Almanzor. All over this “roof of Castile and stony heart of Spain” —as the poet Miguel de Unamuno said.

Cinco Village Trail

14 km Circular route and 300 m ascent.

This scenic path winds connecting five historic villages that seem frozen in time. With their iconic wooden balconies, narrow cobblestone streets, and the constant backdrop of towering granite peaks, the trail offers a perfect harmony between architectural heritage and the serene, untouched beauty of the Castilian countryside. The Five Village Trail (Mombeltran, Santa Cruz del Valle, San Esteban del Valle, Villarejo del Valle, Cuevas del Valle) is a breathtaking journey through the heart of the Barranco de las Cinco Villas, where the rugged grandeur of the Sierra de Gredos meets the timeless allure of traditional Spain. Sierra De Gredos Natural Park

Los Galayos and La Mira 2343 m high

15km One way route and 1250 m ascent.

The ascent through Los Galayos to the peak of La Mira is a quintessential Gredos experience, defined by the dramatic sight of jagged granite needles piercing the sky. As you climb, the rugged, vertical beauty of the spires gives way to a sprawling 360-degree panorama at the summit, offering one of the most vast and rewarding views of the entire range. The journey concludes with a starkly beautiful descent down the north face toward the Plataforma de Gredos, where the landscape shifts from alpine crags to the wide, glacial valleys that characterize the heart of the regional park.

Valdeascas and Tormes river

14 km Circular route and 278 m ascent.

The path is a simple, rounded way, easy and delightful of access. The trail follows the course of the Valdeascas Gorge and contains information about the unique geological make-up of these sceneries. The water has carved a succession of extremely beautiful pools and rapids out of the hard Gredos granite. With the kind permission of the Autumn, this is an idyllic spot for a refreshing dip.

Laguna Grande de Gredos

21 km circular route and 875 m ascent.

The trek around the Laguna Grande de Gredos is a spectacular immersion into a high-mountain glacial cirque, where the emerald waters of the lagoon are framed by the towering granite walls of the Circo de Gredos. Passing the iconic Refugio Elola, the route offers a true alpine atmosphere, further elevated by the optional scramble up El Casquerazo, which provides a thrilling vantage point over the jagged ridges and the hidden gems of the range. The return to the Plataforma completes a journey through a landscape of sculpted rock, mountain goats, and pristine streams, capturing the raw, majestic essence of the Sierra's central heart.

Torozo 2022 m high and Avila city

9 km Circular route and 640 m ascent.

It is an easy route to follow and do without any problem of technical difficulty. Beautiful and fun ascent to Torozo, an impressive rocky massif of the Sierra de Gredos Oriental with wonderful views.

Avila an UNESCO World Heritage Site, will be the perfect quiet and unhurried pace to only adds to our relaxed and cultural last day. The whole of ancient Avila has been called the "finest medieval remnant in Spain".

Farewell

Transfer from Avila to Madrid airport.