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Almería Hills and Historic Landmarks
A road cycling route starting from Almeria
Embark on a challenging road cycling route through the hills and historical landmarks surrounding Almería.
![Map miniature of "Almería Hills and Historic Landmarks" cycling inspiration in Andalucía, Spain. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/spain/andalucia/almeria/road/193401.webp)
This road cycling route is perfect for those looking for a challenging and scenic ride. Spanning 169km with an ascent of 2484m, it takes you through Huércal de Almería, Rioja, Tabernas, Collado García, Benitagla, Uleila del Campo, El Peñón de Lucainena, Lucainena de las Torres, Níjar, Ruescas, Mirador de Las Amoladeras, and Mirador de la Rambla. The difficulty level is high, making it suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. The epicness of this route is remarkable, thanks to the presence of historical landmarks and breathtaking landscapes. Highlights along the route include Huércal de Almería, Rioja, Tabernas with its unique desert scenery, Collado García offering panoramic views, Benitagla with its charming traditional architecture, Uleila del Campo providing a glimpse into the rural lifestyle, El Peñón de Lucainena showcasing fantastic rock formations, Lucainena de las Torres characterized by its white houses, Níjar renowned for its traditional crafts, Ruescas surrounded by stunning natural beauty, and Mirador de Las Amoladeras and Mirador de la Rambla offering magnificent vistas of the region's landscapes.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Almeria:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Huércal de Almería](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/huercal-de-almeria-5.webp)
![Image of Viator](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/viator-2.webp)
![Image of Benahadux](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/benahadux-5.webp)
![Image of Aguadulce](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/aguadulce-2.webp)
![Image of Retamar](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/retamar-3.webp)
![Image of Gádor](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/gador-3.webp)
![Image of La Gangosa Vistasol](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/la-gangosa-vistasol-4.webp)
![Image of Roquetas de Mar](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/roquetas-de-mar-3.webp)
![Image of Vícar](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/andalucia/vicar-5.webp)