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Must-see: Top Iberian peaks for hiking enthusiasts

Discover the most impressive summits across the Iberian Peninsula, perfect for hiking enthusiasts. This selection includes both accessible and challenging peaks, from the heights of Sierra Nevada to the trails of the Sistema Ibérico and the majestic Picos de Europa. Explore paths that will lead you to spectacular landscapes, with options for all experience levels. Get ready to conquer the most emblematic mountains in Spain and Portugal and enjoy nature at its finest.

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    Teide

    392 Global Votes
    • Highest point in Spain

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    This volcano, the highest peak in Spain, offers spectacular views of Tenerife and a unique hiking experience in a volcanic environment.

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    Gorbea

    87 Global Votes
    • Ideal for hiking and cycling routes

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    Gorbea is the highest and most emblematic peak in the provinces of Álava and Bizkaia, and a symbol of Basque nature. It offers numerous hiking trails for all levels, culminating in a 1,482-meter summit with an iconic cross.

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    Monte Perdido

    32 Global Votes
    • Trails in their maximum splendor

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    Monte Perdido is the third highest peak in the Pyrenees and the highest point in the Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, offering a challenging climb and spectacular views for hiking enthusiasts.

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    Mount Pindo

    19 Global Votes
    • Magical place in Galicia

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    Mount Pindo is a sacred mountain and a paradise for hikers, with trails leading to its highest point, A Moa, offering spectacular views and unique rock formations.

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    Veleta Peak

    18 Global Votes
    • Proximity to Granada

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    Veleta Peak is the second highest peak in the Sierra Nevada and the fourth highest in Spain, offering spectacular hiking trails and breathtaking panoramic views. Its altitude and challenging terrain make it a must-see destination for mountaineering enthusiasts.

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    Aneto

    16 Global Votes
    • Premier mountaineering target in the Pyrenees

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    As the highest peak in the Pyrenees, Aneto is a challenging and rewarding summit, with stunning views of the mountain range and glaciers.

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    Peñalara

    13 Global Votes
    • Well signposted

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    Peñalara is the highest peak in the Sierra de Guadarrama, offering stunning panoramic views and challenging hiking trails that make it a must-see destination for mountain lovers.

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    Mulhacén

    12 Global Votes
    • Highest summit in continental Spain and Iberian peninsula

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    At 3,478.6 meters, it is the highest peak in the Iberian Peninsula, a must-see challenge for any mountain hiker.

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    Veleta

    12 Global Votes
    • Scenic trails available

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    As one of the highest peaks in the Sierra Nevada, Veleta offers accessible routes and panoramic views of the region, ideal for hikers of all levels.

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    Picu Urriellu

    10 Global Votes
    • Great magnetism from long and medium distances

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    Also known as Naranjo de Bulnes, this iconic peak in the Picos de Europa is a symbol of Spanish mountaineering and offers challenges for experienced climbers and hikers.

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    Home Hill

    9 Global Votes
    • Good signage

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    Turó de l'Home is the highest mountain in the Montseny massif, reaching an altitude of 1,705.8 meters and offering spectacular views of the Pyrenees and the Cingles de Collsacabra. Its prominence and the beauty of the surrounding forests make it a must-see hiking destination.

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    Moncayo Peak

    8 Global Votes
    • Highest point of the Iberian System

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    Moncayo Peak is the highest peak in the Iberian System, offering a challenging and rewarding hiking experience with stunning panoramic views. Its altitude and varied landscapes make it a must-see destination for hiking enthusiasts on the Iberian Peninsula.

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    Massanella Hill

    7 Global Votes
    • Excellent views from the top

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    Puig de Massanella is the second highest peak in Mallorca, at 1,364 meters, and offers stunning panoramic views, making it a must-see destination for hiking enthusiasts.

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    Pica d'Estats

    5 Global Votes
    • Catalonia's highest peak, 3,143 meters high

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    Pica d'Estats is the highest peak in Catalonia and one of the most emblematic in the Pyrenees, offering a classic and challenging climb for hiking enthusiasts.

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    Almanzor Peak

    3 Global Votes

    Almanzor Peak is the highest peak in the Sierra de Gredos and the Central System, offering a highly difficult hiking route with great scenic rewards.

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    Trevinca Rock

    3 Global Votes
    • Excellent route to get to Peña Trevinca

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    Peña Trevinca is the highest peak in Galicia and a must-see destination for hiking enthusiasts, offering challenging routes and spectacular views of its massif and glacial lagoons.

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    To Aixuri

    2 Global Votes
    • Highest point in Guipuzcoa

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    Aitxuri is the highest peak in the Basque Country, at 1,551 meters, and boasts a prominent position, guaranteeing spectacular views on clear days. Its altitude and the possibility of discovering mythological legends on its peaks make it a must-see destination for hiking enthusiasts.

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    Cerredo Tower

    2 Global Votes
    • Highest peak of the Picos de Europa

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    The Torre de Cerredo is the highest peak in the Picos de Europa and Asturias, offering a challenging and rewarding hiking experience for mountain lovers.

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    The Festival

    0 Global Votes
    • Natural refuge for various species

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    La Sagra is the highest peak in Andalusia after the Sierra Nevada and the highest point in the Altiplano Granadino and the Subbética mountain range, making it a must-see for hiking enthusiasts.

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    Comapedrosa

    0 Global Votes
    • Highest peak in the Principality of Andorra at 2,942m

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    Comapedrosa is Andorra's highest peak, at 2,942 meters, and offers a challenging and rewarding hiking route. Its ascent is an iconic summit experience for mountaineering enthusiasts on the Iberian Peninsula.