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The via ferrata of Priego

Priego, La Alcarria Conquense, Cuenca

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The via ferrata of Priego

Activity · Priego, La Alcarria Conquense, Cuenca

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The via ferrata of Priego is accessed from the bridge over the Escabas river that links Priego with Cañamares, in the Alcarria of Cuenca. It was completed in mid-2016, promoted by the Diputación de Cuenca to encourage adventure tourism in the area, at a cost of 46,000 euros; its opening was delayed that year by the nesting of a Bonelli's eagle nearby. It has two routes: the Estrecho de Priego, suitable for families with children from 1.20 m in height and of K3 difficulty, and Las Buitreras, of K4 difficulty; the same area also has several sport-climbing routes. The site, a gorge with high limestone walls opened by the Escabas, is home to an important colony of griffon vultures.

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