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Mount Abantos
NatureVisit: ~240 min
Mountain in the Sierra de Guadarrama that dominates San Lorenzo de El Escorial, with a summit of about 1,753 metres. Its pine-covered slopes give access to trails that start from the town and pass by the Silla de Felipe II. From the top you can see the Royal Monastery, the plain towards Madrid and the sierra.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Mount Abantos: 2 missions
- Climb the trail towards the summitFollow one of the waymarked trails from the town through pine woods, heading towards the higher parts of the mountain.
- Look at the Monastery from aboveFind a natural viewpoint on the slope and see how the monastery stands out above the town and the plain.
Near Mount Abantos
Plaza de la Constitución (San Lorenzo)2.8 km awayValley of the Fallen (Valle de Cuelgamuros)2.8 km awayRoyal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial3.1 km awayJardín de los Frailes3.2 km awayCasita del Infante3.6 km awayCasita del Príncipe3.8 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Mount Abantos?
Allow about 4 h for the visit.
What is there to do at Mount Abantos?
Climb the trail towards the summit and Look at the Monastery from above.
What is there to see near Mount Abantos?
Plaza de la Constitución (San Lorenzo) (2.8 km), Valley of the Fallen (Valle de Cuelgamuros) (2.8 km) and Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial (3.1 km).
Source: Wikipedia