Hayedos de Riofrío (Sierra de Ayllón)
Salida desde el embalse de Riofrío, subida hasta el Calamorro de San Benito y descenso hasta el Puerto de la Quesera. Desde ahí accedemos al hayedo de Pedrosa y descendemos de nuevo hasta el embalse.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 921 m
- Descent
- 920 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.3 km
- High Point
- 1.9 km
- Gradient
- 16˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between October and November. From a low point of 1.3 km to the maximum altitude of 1.9 km, the route covers 15 km, 921 vertical metres of ascent and 920 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Salida desde el embalse de Riofrío, subida hasta el Calamorro de San Benito y descenso hasta el Puerto de la Quesera. Desde ahí accedemos al hayedo de Pedrosa y descendemos de nuevo hasta el embalse.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Forestry or heavy vegetation