Sierra de Algairén
| Sierra de Algairén | |
|---|---|
 The Sierra de Algairén behind Cariñena | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Pico de Valdemadera |
| Elevation | 1,276 m (4,186 ft) |
| Listing | List of mountains in Aragon |
| Coordinates | 41°21′23″N 01°22′35″W / 41.35639°N 1.37639°WCoordinates: 41°21′23″N 01°22′35″W / 41.35639°N 1.37639°W |
| Geography | |
  Sierra de Algairén Location in Spain | |
| Location |
Campo de Cariñena & Comunidad de Calatayud (Aragon) |
| State/Province | ES-AR |
| Parent range | Iberian System |
| Geology | |
| Orogeny | Alpine orogeny |
| Age of rock | Paleozoic |
| Type of rock | Sandstone and slate |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | Unknown |
| Easiest route | Drive from Almonacid de la Sierra, Cosuenda or Tobed |
Sierra de Algairén is a mountain range in Aragon, Spain, located between the comarcas of Campo de Cariñena and Comunidad de Calatayud. The ridge's highest summit is Pico de Valdemadera (1,276 m).[1]
Description
The Algairén Mountains are covered with forest made up pine, Carrasca (Quercus ilex), cork oak, and also maple trees.[2] They are a Special Protection Area for birds.
These mountains are part of the central area of the Iberian System and the summits are often covered with snow in the winter.
References
External links
Media related to Sierra de Algairén at Wikimedia Commons- Tourism in Zaragoza - Sierra de Algairén
- Sierra de Algairén y Pico del Águila
- Pico Valdemadera (1276 m) - Las sierras cercanas
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