Bola del Mundo, Mountain summit in Guadarrama Sierra, Spain
The Bola del Mundo peak reaches 2,257 meters in elevation and marks the westernmost point of the Cuerda Larga mountain range in Madrid.
Television and radio antennas were installed at the summit in 1959, leading to its current name due to the globe image used during broadcasts.
The mountain has become a significant location for the Vuelta a España cycling competition, featuring steep gradients that challenge professional cyclists.
Visitors can reach the summit via a concrete track from Puerto de Navacerrada, with the Dos Castillas restaurant located halfway up at 2,170 meters.
The summit contains three large antennas protected by a missile-shaped radome designed to withstand extreme frost conditions.
Location: Community of Madrid
GPS coordinates: 40.78508,-3.98001
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
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