From
/pp
The ascent to Veleta is one of the most popular routes in Sierra Nevada, with the one starting at Hoya de la Mora being the most common way to reach its summit. Standing at 3,396 meters, Veleta is the fourth highest peak in Spain and the second highest in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, after Mulhacén.
The route begins at Hoya de la Mora, from where we start the climb to Veleta, passing by the Virgen de las Nieves, the Veleta positions, and the Carihuela refuge. During the descent, we’ll visit the Lagunillas de la Virgen and the Laguna de las Yeguas before returning to Hoya de la Mora.
The name “Veleta” comes from the Arabic word “balata,” meaning “cliff, cut, precipice,” referring to the impressive cliffs found on its northern, eastern, and southern faces, some of which have over 500 meters of vertical drop.
The Sierra Nevada is a mountain range located in the southeast of the Iberian Peninsula, in Andalusia. With an area of more than 86,000 hectares, it is the highest mountain range in the Iberian Peninsula, with peaks exceeding 3,000 meters in altitude, such as Pico Mulhacén, the highest in the Iberian Peninsula.
This mountain range is a true natural paradise, with biodiversity unique in Europe and a wide variety of ecosystems and microclimates.
In the Sierra Nevada, you can find everything from holm oak, gall oak, and cork oak forests to alpine meadows and glacial lakes.
Furthermore, the area’s fauna is highly varied, including species such as the Iberian lynx, golden eagle, ibex, and brown trout. The Sierra Nevada also has a rich history and culture, with traces of human presence dating back to the Bronze Age, as well as the Roman and Muslim periods.
The presence of ancient civilizations left a significant mark on the architecture and culture of the area, with numerous historic towns and monuments.
The meeting point will be the Galp gas station parking lot located on Camino del Río Genil, Carretera de Sierra Nevada km 6, 400, 18190 Cenes de la Vega, Granada. View on Google Maps.
From there, the tour will depart with as few cars as possible.
If participants wish to spend the night at the University Hostel, located in Hoya de la Mora, the starting point of the activity, they can book their room here.
After the initial briefing introducing the activity, we will begin our hike to reach the summit of Pico Veleta. Once at the summit, we will rest for about 30 minutes to have a snack and enjoy the impressive views of the three-thousanders and the city of Granada.
Prices per person
6: 65€
5: 75€
4: 80€
3: 90€
2: 100€
1: 150€
Mandatory Equipment
Technical Information
Mountain Guides in Sierra Nevada: Your Expert Guide for an Unforgettable Adventure
