Nationalpark Sierra Nevada

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Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada Essentials

Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada encompasses the highest peaks of the Iberian Peninsula, including the 3,479-meter Mulhacén. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve features diverse landscapes ranging from glacial lakes and dramatic waterfalls to the southernmost ski resort in Europe. The area is defined by its high-altitude trails, endemic flora, and traditional Alpujarra architecture. Key features include the rugged Chorreras del Molinillo waterfalls and strategic viewpoints like the Mirador del Marquesado, which offers vistas of the northern plateau.

Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada Essentials — Karte

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Mulhacén

Mulhacén, with an elevation of 3,479 metres, is the highest mountain in peninsular Spain and in all of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Cascada de los Militares

Rocky cliff face used for climbing, located in the mountain terrain near the Monachil area.

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Sierra Nevada Ski Station

The Sierra Nevada Ski Station is a ski resort in the Sierra Nevada in the province of Granada in southeastern Spain.

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Mirador de Trevélez

Scenic overlook offering panoramic views of the Alpujarra mountains and the village of Trevélez, known for its high altitude.

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Canal de la Espartera

Vantage point near the sandy "Los Arenales" slopes, providing views of the Trevenque peak and the Dúrcal river valley.

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Mirador del Marquesado

Observation point on the northern edge of the park with views across the Marquesado del Zenete plateau and the Sierra de Baza.

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Vista de Trevéles

Viewpoint overlooking the traditional white-washed architecture of the highest village in the Alpujarra region.

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Chorreras del Molinillo

Natural waterfall formation located along high-altitude hiking paths in the central massif.

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Barranco del Aceral

Steep mountain ravine containing seasonal waterfalls and rugged terrain typical of the Sierra Nevada's high-altitude ecosystem.