Carabaña, a municipality in the autonomous community of Madrid, Spain, is characterized by its location along the Tajuña River. The region features fertile plains, extensive greenways, and cultivated fields, predominantly olive groves and vineyards, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This terrain supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more, making Carabaña a destination for varied outdoor activities.
Carabaña offers more than 30 routes across several sports, including road…
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Average rating
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5.0
(9)
87
riders
45.9km
03:52
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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88
riders
68.7km
04:02
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
33.2km
01:58
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
53.8km
04:31
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
hikers
10.4km
02:15
140m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
10.7km
02:55
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
12.5km
03:32
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
11.8km
03:02
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
23.0km
01:03
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
43.1km
01:50
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
56.8km
02:31
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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10
riders
70.1km
04:07
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
31.9km
02:22
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
56.4km
03:58
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
riders
39.7km
03:05
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
9.57km
00:59
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.1km
01:10
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
12.5km
01:32
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
12.2km
01:18
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
106km
07:51
1,220m
1,220m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
83.5km
05:57
840m
840m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
80.4km
05:29
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Carabaña offers various outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 31 routes with an average rating of 4.54 stars from over 2,000 visitors.
The Camino Natural del Río Tajuña (Tajuña Greenway) is ideal for families. This mostly flat, paved trail stretches approximately 29.5 miles (47.5 km) and is suitable for tranquil rides through agricultural landscapes. It is well-signposted and features distinctive red asphalt.
Carabaña is an excellent starting point for road cycling, with routes through agricultural landscapes, vineyards, and olive groves. The Tajuña Greenway offers a paved, mostly flat option. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Carabaña guide.
Carabaña offers various hiking trails, from easy strolls to more challenging ascents. The Ruta de la ermita de Santa Bárbara provides rewarding views of the valley. More information is available in the Hiking around Carabaña guide.
The varied terrain around Carabaña, including dirt paths and nearby mountains, offers options for mountain biking. These routes can provide challenging experiences for advanced riders. Explore available routes in the MTB Trails around Carabaña guide.
Carabaña is characterized by the Tajuña River and its valley, featuring fertile plains, greenways, and cultivated fields like olive groves and vineyards. Key natural features include Cerro de Cabeza Gorda and the 'La Salina' spring, known for its mineral-medicinal waters.
Historical sites include the 16th-century Chapel of Santa Bárbara, which offers panoramic views of the valley. The region also features a neoclassical bridge and the remains of the Castle of Perales along the Tajuña Greenway.
The Tren de los 40 Días Greenway is a 8.7-mile (14 km) variant of the Tajuña Greenway, following an old railway line. It is suitable for walking and cycling, traversing cultivated fields, mainly olive groves and cereals.
Dogs are generally permitted on Vías Verdes in the Community of Madrid, including those in Carabaña, provided they are kept on a leash. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Carabaña is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 2,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the Carabaña Town Hall is http://www.ayuntamientocarabana.es/. General inquiries can be made by calling +34918723001.

