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Hiking : Carretera forestal de la Cueva del Monje a la Pradera de las Vaquerizas - Real Sitio de San Ildefonso

Spain Castile and León Real Sitio de San Ildefonso

This hiking route takes you through the beautiful area of Carretera forestal de la Cueva del Monje a la Pradera de las Vaquerizas in Real Sitio de San Ildefonso. The trail is a circular route with a total distance of 7.075 kilometers and an elevation gain of 210 meters, making it a difficult hike that will take approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes to complete.

Along the way, you will come across several points of interest:
- At the beginning of the trail, about 0.58 kilometers from the start, you will find a water source.
- As you continue on the trail, at around 3.37 kilometers from the start, there is a peak that you can explore.
- About 0.89 kilometers from the start, you will find Hostal El Torreón, where you can stop for a meal.
- There is a parking area located right at the start of the trail, making it convenient for hikers to park their vehicles.
- At 0.38 kilometers from the start, there is a drinking water facility available for hikers.
- Around 0.7 kilometers into the hike, you will come across Restaurante Casa Juana, another dining option along the trail.
- Further along, at 0.22 kilometers from the start, you will find Restaurante Las Brasas, offering another place to rest and refuel.
- Located about 0.87 kilometers from the start, there is a viewpoint called Mirador Embalse de Valsaín, where you can take in scenic views of the surroundings.

As this is a challenging hike with significant elevation gain, make sure to bring plenty of water, wear appropriate hiking shoes, and check the weather forecast before heading out. Enjoy the stunning views and diverse points of interest along the trail in Carretera forestal de la Cueva del Monje a la Pradera de las Vaquerizas.