Retaining walls on the descent to the River Almonte
Masonry walls with buttresses and a zigzag design, ideal for exploring and enjoying unique views on the descent to the river.
Among the retaining walls that remain along this section, those forming the zigzag descent to the River Almonte – which has been realigned on several occasions – are particularly noteworthy. They are built of masonry and, although not very high, are supported by buttresses.
Drains
Well-preserved stone arches and parapets next to the Torrejón-Tajo reservoir offer a historical attraction for visitors.
Sewer
A reservoir featuring historic drainage channels and a ashlar arch, ideal for architectural and nature tourism.
Pretiles
Rows of parapets stand out for their curved design and height, offering stunning views of the reservoir and the harbour, making them ideal for tourists.
Bridge over the Garganta de la Canaleja stream
A bridge with a semicircular arch and a ashlar vault, ideal for admiring the historic architecture and the surrounding landscape.
Bridge over the Giraldo stream
A three-arch masonry bridge with triangular buttresses and spires, the perfect spot to admire historic architecture in picturesque surroundings.
Road workers’ hut
Set in a picturesque location, it stands out for its historic architecture dating from 1859, offering visitors a unique charm.
Fuente de la Pedrea
A monumental fountain with railings and benches on either side, situated on the northern approach to the Miravete mountain pass, the perfect spot to admire i...
Macadam with surface irrigation
Roads with 7-metre cross-sections and historical sections of road surface, ideal for exploring improvements to road infrastructure.
Metal fences
Historic lampposts dating from 1939, ideal for tourists interested in architecture and engineering.
Culvert over a tributary of the Helechosillo stream
A 2-metre semicircular arch, with ashlar masonry at the spandrels and in the tympanums, is an architectural example dating from 1859, ideal for history enthu...
Pontoon over the Arroyo de la Vid
A 19th-century bridge with a pointed arch and ashlar masonry, ideal for admiring historic architecture in a natural setting.
Bridge over the Arroyo de la Vid
A historic bridge with two arches and a triangular cutwater, which is often submerged, ideal for lovers of architecture and military history.
Pretiles
Rows of parapets stand out alongside the reservoir and along the routes leading to the port of Miravete and the River Almonte, which are ideal for hiking and...
Kerbs and kerb stones
Although very few have survived, this section still retains some of the kerbs installed as part of the improvement works on the National Special Surface Circ...
Puente del Cardenal or Jaraicejo
A historic 15th-century bridge with nine ashlar arches, a central pavilion and an access ramp to the riverbed, designated a Site of Cultural Interest in 2019.
Culvert over the Descansadero stream
A site featuring a historic masonry structure and an original sewer dating from 1859, ideal for lovers of engineering and history.
CNFE bends
Straight sections with steep camber, ideal for enthusiasts of road engineering and specialist tourism.
Almaraz Bridge over the Tagus
A historic bridge with ashlar arches – one pointed and the other semicircular – which is the perfect spot to admire its architecture and enjoy panoramic views.
Retaining walls on the descent to the River Almonte
Masonry walls with buttresses and a zigzag design offer visitors a unique visual attraction as they make their way down to the river.
Almaraz Bridge over the Tagus
A stunning historic bridge with ashlar arches and triangular cutwaters, the perfect spot to admire 16th-century engineering and enjoy views of the River Tagus.
Drains
Intact stone arches and parapets beside the Torrejón-Tajo reservoir offer visitors a historical and architectural attraction.
Sewer
It still features parapets and a 2-metre-high ashlar arch, making it ideal for lovers of historic architecture and walks alongside the reservoir.
Pretiles
Rows of parapets stand out for their curved design and height; situated next to the Torrejón-Tajo reservoir and the Miravete pass, they offer panoramic views.
Bridge over the Garganta de la Canaleja stream
A 9.30-metre semicircular arch, a ashlar vault and masonry walls – ideal for admiring the historic architecture.
Bridge over the Giraldo stream
A three-arch masonry bridge with triangular buttresses and spires, ideal for admiring historic architecture in a natural setting.
Road workers’ hut
Situated in El Rodeo, it is notable for its historic architecture dating from 1859 and its picturesque surroundings, making it ideal for lovers of history an...
La Pedrea Spring
A monumental fountain with railings and benches, situated on the northern approach to the Miravete mountain pass; it is currently out of service.
Macadam with surface irrigation
There are sections measuring 7 metres with the original road surface, ideal for enthusiasts of civil engineering.
Metal fences
A tourist attraction featuring historic checkpoints from the National Special Stage Circuit, ideal for lovers of history and architecture.
Metal fences
The historic pylons on Helechoso Hill, designed in 1939, offer a unique view for tourists interested in engineering and history.
Culvert over a tributary of the Helechosillo stream
A 2-metre semicircular arch with intricate ashlar work, based on a historical design from 1859, ideal for architecture enthusiasts.
Pontoon over the Arroyo de la Vid stream
A 19th-century bridge with a stone-arch and masonry structure, ideal for admiring historic architecture in a natural setting.
Bridge over the Arroyo de la Vid
This historic bridge, with its two arches and triangular cutwater – which is often submerged – offers a unique attraction for tourists in the region.
Retaining walls on the descent to the River Almonte
Masonry walls with buttresses and a zigzag design, ideal for exploring and enjoying unique views on the descent to the river.
Pretiles
Rows of parapets offer panoramic views of the reservoir and scenic routes towards the port of Miravete and the River Almonte, making them ideal for tourism.
Kerbs and kerb stones
Although very little remains, this section still retains some of the kerbing installed as part of the improvement works on the National Special Surface Circuit.
Puente del Cardenal or Jaraicejo
A historic 15th-century bridge with nine ashlar arches, a central pavilion and an access ramp to the riverbed, designated a Site of Cultural Interest in 2019.
Culvert over the Descansadero stream
A historic site featuring original masonry and a design dating from 1859, ideal for lovers of architecture and history.
CNFE banked bends
Grinded sections with steep camber offer a unique experience for tourists, standing out on the National Special Surface Circuit.