How to get by car to Peñon Velez de la Gomera?

Located in the west of the Mediterranean Sea, Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is a Spanish rock connected to the Moroccan shore. It is one of seven Spanish enclaves on the northern coast of Morocco, which claims sovereignty over all of them.

Peñon Velez de la Gomera

What’s Peñon Velez de la Gomera?

Administered by the Spanish central government, the rock has a population consisting only of a small number of military personnel. The Spanish islets off the coast of Morocco are off limits to civilians.

Is the road to Peñon Velez de la Gomera unpaved?

The road to the rock is difficult. It’s a dirt road that climbs the side of the mountain, with a drop over the sea.

How long is the road to Peñon Velez de la Gomera?

Starting from the town of Torres de Alcalá, the road is 5.8 km (3.60 miles) long. Along the way, the road effectively stops at a viewpoint that overlooks Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera. The sight is absolutely stunning.
Pic: Haddad Mohamed

 

 

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