Route of the Faces

Highlights

  • • 18 sculptures and bas-reliefs carved in rock
  • • 2.5 km very easy trail, suitable for families
  • • Art integrated into pine and sandstone landscape
  • • Beside the Buendía reservoir
  • • Free

Description

The Route of the Faces is an open-air museum in the pine forest of Buendía (Cuenca), beside the Buendía reservoir. A 2.5 km trail passes sculptures and bas-reliefs carved directly into the forest rocks by artists including Eulogio Reguillo and Jorge Maldonado since 1992.

The 18 works include giant faces, mythological figures, crosses and esoteric symbols integrated into the landscape of pines and sandstone rocks. It is a magical walk, very easy and suitable for all the family, combining art, nature and the Buendía reservoir in the background.

The route is free and takes 1-1.5 hours. It is 38 km from Pareja and combines well with the Hermitage of the Desamparados Route (12 km, easy).

Key Information

Recommended Seasons

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Pricing

Free

Accessibility

High

Kid-Friendly

Guide

Essential information for visiting Route of the Faces

Location

How to get there

By carBy public transport

In this area

BuendíaMunicipio
Practical Information
Pricing
Free
Features & Services
  • Accessibility:High
  • Kid-Friendly:Yes
Planning Information

Recommended Seasons

Spring · Summer · Autumn

Visitor Tips

La mejor hora para visitar la Ruta de las Caras es por la mañana o al atardecer, cuando la luz del sol resalta las texturas de las esculturas y el entorno natural. Se recomienda llevar calzado cómodo y agua, ya que aunque el sendero es fácil, es importante mantenerse hidratado. También es aconsejable combinar la visita con un paseo por el embalse de Buendía, donde se pueden realizar actividades como el senderismo o el avistamiento de aves. No olvides tu cámara para capturar la belleza de las esculturas y el paisaje.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers about Route of the Faces

Yes, the trail is very easy and flat, 2.5 km long. Children enjoy discovering the faces carved into the rocks among the pines. Ideal for families.