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Tarifa to Queen's Balcony
A road cycling route starting from Tarifa
Challenging ride to Queen's Balcony from Tarifa
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Experience a challenging road cycling route from Tarifa to Queen's Balcony. This 99-kilometer route features a total ascent of 1241 meters and takes you through diverse landscapes and cultural attractions. Highlights include Observatorio de Aves, El Pelayo, Carteya-Guadarranque, Queen's Balcony, Puente Mayorga, and Los Cortijillos. From birdwatching observatories to historic sites, this route offers a mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage for experienced cyclists.
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99 km
1241 m
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Start: Tarifa City centerTarifa: A cyclist's paradise with stunning coastal scenery and iconic climbs.
Tarifa is a popular destination for road and gravel cyclists due to its stunning coastal scenery and diverse terrain. The locality is located in Andalucía, Spain, offering endless opportunities for exploration. Cyclists can enjoy scenic rides along the Mediterranean coastline, with views of the Strait of Gibraltar and even the coast of Africa on clear days. Tarifa is also known for its strong winds, which attract wind and kite surfers from around the world. The locality is a starting point for many cycling routes, including the iconic climb to El Mirador with its breathtaking panoramic view of the Strait.3 km
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Observatorio de AvesViewpointVisit Observatorio de Aves, a birdwatching observatory with panoramic views of the Strait of Gibraltar
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13 km
El PelayoHamletDiscover El Pelayo, a picturesque village with narrow streets and a charming church
35 km
35 km
Carteya-GuadarranqueHamletExplore Carteya-Guadarranque, an ancient settlement dating back to the Roman times
51 km
51 km
Queen's BalconyViewpointReach the famous Queen's Balcony, a stunning viewpoint offering panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea
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59 km
Puente MayorgaVillagePass by Puente Mayorga, an important bridge that connects Tarifa with nearby towns and villages
68 km
68 km
Los CortijillosVillageCycle through Los Cortijillos, a tranquil rural area characterized by its typical Andalusian farms and countryside
99 km
99 km
Finish: Tarifa City centerTarifa: A cyclist's paradise with stunning coastal scenery and iconic climbs.
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