Adventure along the wild road to Alto de las Tres Cruces

Alto de las Tres Cruces is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,897 meters (6,223 feet) above sea level located in Spain.

Alto de las Tres Cruces

Where is Alto de las Tres Cruces?

The pass is located on the border between the Castile and León and La Rioja autonomous communities in the central part of the country.

Is the road to Alto de las Tres Cruces unpaved?

The road through the pass is completely unpaved. It’s called Ruta Alto de las Tres Cruces. A 4x4 vehicle is required to complete the drive. The road offers stunning views of the Urbión and Castejón peaks.

How long is Alto de las Tres Cruces?

The road through the pass is 9.1 km (5.65 miles) long, running south to north from Puerto de Santa Inés to Puerto de Montenegro.

Is the road to Alto de las Tres Cruces open in winters?

Set high in the midst of the Iberian System mountain range, the road is open year-round, but short-time closures in winter are common.
Pic: Jose

 

 

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