Road Trip Guide: Conquering Pico de los Reales in Andalusia
Pico Los Reales is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1,447m (4,747ft) above sea level, located in the province of Málaga, in Spain.
Where Is Pico Los Reales?
The peak is located in the comarca of the Costa del Sol, within the Natural Park Los Reales de Sierra Bermeja, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in the southern part of the country.
What’s at the Summit of Pico Los Reales?
The summit hosts antennas and a communication tower, offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Near the top, there is a belvedere, a parking lot, and a small bar.
Is the Road to Pico Los Reales Paved?
Set high in the Sierra Bermeja mountain range, the road to the summit is fully paved and in excellent condition after improvements in the 2020s. Before that, the tarmac was in poor shape with deep potholes. The climb, however, still features narrow sections and 14 hairpin turns.
How Long Is the Road to Pico Los Reales?
Starting from Puerto de Peñas Blancas on the paved MA-8301 road, the road to the summit is 6.1 km (3.79 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 475 m, with an average gradient of 7.78% and challenging ramps of up to 20%. The final part of the climb is traffic-free.