Pico Almenara facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pico Almenara |
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Winter view of the North face
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,796 m (5,892 ft) |
Prominence | 648 m (2,126 ft) |
Geography | |
Location | Albacete Province, Castile-La Mancha |
Parent range | Sierra de Alcaraz |
Climbing | |
First ascent | ancestral |
Easiest route | hike |
Pico Almenara is a tall and impressive mountain located in sunny Spain. Standing at 1,796 meters (about 5,893 feet) high, it's a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers. This mountain is a significant landmark in its region.
Where is Pico Almenara?
Pico Almenara is found in the Albacete Province in southern Spain. It's part of a region called Castile–La Mancha, which is like a big state or territory within Spain. This mountain is the tallest point in the Sierra de Alcaraz mountain range. Because it's so high, you can see Pico Almenara from many places across the province!
Reaching the Top: Hiking Pico Almenara
If you love adventure, you can hike to the very top of Pico Almenara! There are many trails that lead up the mountain. For most of the way, from about 1,000 to 1,600 meters high, you'll walk through beautiful pine forests. As you get closer to the summit, the trees become fewer. The last part of the climb is over open ground, giving you amazing views all around.
See also
In Spanish: Pico Almenara (Sierra de Alcaraz) para niños