Cabeza Mediana

Cabeza Mediana is a summit in the Sierra de Guadarrama standing at approximately 1,900 meters with bare rocky outcrops and well-used trails cutting through the terrain. The ascent follows established paths that wind through varying elevations and changing landscape features.

The mountain has served for centuries as a navigation landmark in the region north of Madrid. The established trails around the summit developed through repeated visits and journeys across the range.

Local mountaineering groups organize regular expeditions to Cabeza Mediana, maintaining traditional climbing routes and documenting seasonal changes in the environment.

The best time to visit is during warmer months when conditions are more stable and visibility extends further across the landscape. Visitors need sturdy footwear and should prepare for sudden weather changes that can occur at this elevation.

On clear days, the summit offers views that reach both toward the Madrid metropolitan area below and across to the distant northern plateaus beyond the range. This two-directional view reveals the stark contrast between urban sprawl and the emptier highlands.

Location: Community of Madrid

GPS coordinates: 40.68523,-3.99495

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47