Castejón Mountains facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Castejón Mountains |
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| Montes de Castejón | |
The NW end of the mountains near Erla
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Esteban |
| Elevation | 747 |
| Listing | List of mountains in Aragon |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 30 km (19 mi) NW/SE |
| Width | 10 km (6.2 mi) NE/SW |
| Geography | |
 Castejón Mountains
Location in Spain
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| Location | Cinco Villas (Aragon) |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Sedimentary rock, Miocene |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | Unknown |
| Easiest route | Drive from Castejón de Valdejasa |
The Castejón Mountains (called Montes de Castejón in Spanish) are a mountain range in Spain. They are found in the Cinco Villas area of Aragon. These mountains are about 30 kilometers (19 miles) north of Zaragoza. They get their name from the town of Castejón de Valdejasa, which is right in the middle of the range.
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What are the Castejón Mountains Like?
The Castejón Mountains have low forests. These forests are often spread out. They are mostly made of Carrasca (which is a type of holm oak) and pine trees. Sometimes, during dry periods, these forests can have wildfires.
Important Peaks
The highest point in the range is a peak called Esteban. It stands 747 meters (2,451 feet) tall. Other important peaks include Guarizo (745 meters), Pogallinero (639 meters), Escalerilla (585 meters), and Lomaza (476 meters).
Different Names for Parts of the Range
The northwestern part of these mountains has other names. It is sometimes called Sierra de Erla. This name comes from the town of Erla, which is further north. It can also be known as Montes de Sora. This name refers to the old Sora Castle.
Wind Turbines
You can also see wind turbines on some of the higher parts of the mountains. These turbines help to make electricity from the wind.
See Also
- Cinco Villas, Aragon
- List of mountains in Aragon
