Where is Peña de Francia?
Spain, europe
3.6 km
1,708 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, picture this: you're cruising through the Spanish countryside in Castile and León, heading south from Salamanca. You spot it – Peña de Francia, a seriously impressive peak rising to 1,708 meters (5,603 feet).
The SA-203 road up is an adventure in itself! It's paved, but let's just say it's seen better days; think potholes and loose gravel adding a bit of spice to the drive. It’s narrow and a bit of a climb, with some sections hitting a 9.2% grade, plus you get to navigate around 5 hairpin turns!
From the mountain pass at Coll de l’Arca (already at a cool 1,500 meters), it's only about 3.6 kilometers to the top, gaining 203 meters in elevation. The average incline is about 5.63%, which isn't too crazy.
At the summit, you’ll find a sanctuary, Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia, and some communications towers. Fair warning though, this area is high in the Sierra de Francia mountains, and in winter, snow can make it virtually inaccessible. Plan your trip accordingly and get ready for some stunning views!
Road Details
- Country
- Spain
- Continent
- europe
- Length
- 3.6 km
- Max Elevation
- 1,708 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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