COOL SUMMER HIKE – COTOS WATERFALLS & MOUNTAIN STREAMS. 12km. Medium hard

Escape from the heat, Hiking Route. We’re starting in Cotos, a mountain pass at 1842m with cool, clean, pine scented air.
About this Event

Escape the Madrid heat and spend the day in the fresh mountain air of Puerto de Cotos (1,842m). This beautiful circular route takes us through pine forests, mountain streams, natural pools, waterfalls, and spectacular views of Peñalara and the Lozoya Valley.

Perfect for enjoying a cool summer day surrounded by nature. We'll stop for lunch beside the mountain river, relax in the shade of the pine trees, and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery.

📋 Technical Information
• Difficulty: Medium-Hard
• Distance: 12 km
• Route Type: Circular (Loop)
• Elevation Gain: +400 m
• Maximum Altitude: 1,842 m
• Minimum Altitude: 1,511 m
• Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
• Some steep and slippery sections

⚠️ Not suitable for beginners. Participants should have a reasonable fitness level.

💧 Important
Swimming is not permitted in the protected natural areas along this route. However, we will have time to sit beside the river, enjoy our lunch in the shade, relax by the water, and cool our feet in some of the stream areas while respecting the environment.

🚍 Transport
Meeting Point: Moncloa Underground Bus Station
📍 Isla 2 – Dársena 21
⏰ Be in the queue by 08:30
🚌 Bus 691 to Cotos – Departure 08:45

Fare: €3 each way (€6 return)
Free with Abono Joven.

🚗 By Car
Meeting Point: Restaurante Venta Marcelino, Puerto de Cotos
⏰ 10:00–10:15

🎒 Bring
• Hiking shoes
• Comfortable clothes
• Cap, sunglasses & sunscreen
• Packed lunch
• Minimum 1.5L water

💶 Contribution: €10
Includes hiking guide and civil liability insurance.

Optional accident insurance (€5):
https://seguros.rocalbsub.com/contratar/aventura

📞 WhatsApp: 611 369 585

👥 Maximum 25 participants.