Cuchillón, Mountain summit in Sierra de Híjar, Spain
Cuchillón is a mountain summit in the Sierra de Híjar at the southern edge of the Cantabrian Mountains. The peak rises prominently above the surrounding landscape with a distinctive flat-topped formation.
The mountain has been recorded under different names throughout history, reflecting regional naming traditions in the area. These changing designations show how communities in the region understood and referred to the landscape over time.
The mountain stands as a natural boundary between the territories of Cantabria and the Province of Palencia in northern Spain.
The summit can be reached through several established routes that appeal to different skill levels and preferences. Visitors should prepare with proper mountain hiking experience and gear suitable for high altitude conditions.
The peak represents the southernmost location along the Cantabrian Mountains where elevations still exceed 2,000 meters. This geographic position gives it importance as a reference point for understanding the mountain chain's extent southward.
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