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Segovia

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Segovia has the northern face of the Sierra de Guadarrama at its back, reaching 2,430 metres at Pico Peñalara and concentrating much of the adventure offering of the Madrid and Castile-León regions. The Cañada Real Segoviana is one of the most recognisable historic hiking routes on the Meseta, crossing the Valsaín pine forests and high-mountain meadows. The climbing routes of La Pedriza and the Valle del Moros sectors offer technical quality on compact granite with solid protection. The Scots pine forests surrounding La Granja de San Ildefonso are the usual setting for intermediate mountain biking routes, with forest tracks and technical trails connecting elevations between 900 and 1,800 metres. Horse riding through the Segovian pine forests and via ferrata routes in nearby sectors complete an offering that can be enjoyed in almost any month thanks to the moderate continental mountain climate.

Highlights

  • • Granite rock climbing at La Pedriza and Valle del Moros sectors
  • • Mountain biking through La Granja pine forests between 900 and 1,800 metres
  • • Hiking along the Cañada Real Segoviana and Valsaín highland meadows
  • • Horse riding and via ferrata in the Sierra de Guadarrama

Best time to visit

Spring and autumn are the best seasons for hiking and climbing in the Sierra de Guadarrama, with cool temperatures and the pine forests at their finest.

Practical tips

Book La Pedriza activities on weekdays if possible: weekends are very busy during spring and autumn.

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Frequently asked questions sobre Segovia

Segovia offers granite climbing at La Pedriza, mountain biking through La Granja pine forests, hiking along the Cañada Real Segoviana and Valsaín meadows, horse riding and via ferrata. Its proximity to Madrid — less than 90 minutes — makes it one of the most accessible weekend adventure destinations on the Meseta.
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for hiking and cycling. Summer temperatures are pleasant at high altitude (16–22 °C), though weekends can be busy. Winter brings snow from November and allows snowshoeing on the upper slopes.
On Picuco you can book with certified local companies operating in the Segovian sierra. Climbing activities include a qualified guide and equipment. For mountain biking there are options with and without a guide, and with or without bike rental.