Explore the western part of Serranía de Cuenca Natural Park, driving along quiet mountain roads through forests, rivers, dramatic limestone gorges, and striking rock formations. The route can be driven in either direction. The Río Cuervo Natural Monument is one of the park's most iconic natural attractions. Here, the river emerges in a series of spectacular tufa waterfalls, easily reached by a short and gentle walking trail. From this point, a narrow scenic road follows the Escabas River canyon, offering breathtaking views as it passes through tunnels carved into the rock. The route includes two beautiful recreation areas equipped with picnic tables, drinking fountains, barbecue facilities (outside the wildfire season), and pleasant places to relax. At Los Lagunillos, there are also safe spots for swimming in the river.
If you have plenty of time, consider visiting El Hosquillo Wildlife Park, where guided tours take visitors through a forested landscape inhabited by red deer, fallow deer, Iberian ibex, wild boar, wolves, and brown bears living in semi-wild conditions. The journey then continues to Las Majadas Stone Labyrinth (Callejones de Las Majadas), where an easy 3.6 km circular trail suitable for all visitors winds through pine forests and an extraordinary karst landscape featuring natural corridors, arches, and maze-like rock formations. From there, a short detour leads to the Tío Cogote Viewpoint, offering spectacular panoramic views over the valley and surrounding limestone cliffs. Griffon vultures can often be seen soaring below the viewpoint.
Finally, after passing through the village of Villalba de la Sierra, the CM-2015 road reaches the Devil's Window (Ventano del Diablo), a viewpoint carved into the rock with magnificent views over the deep Júcar River gorge.
Cuervo River Source Natural Monument 1: One of the most iconic natural sites in Serranía de Cuenca, famous for its spectacular tufa waterfalls formed where the river emerges. Easy 3 km walking trail. Restaurants are available near the entrance.
Los Lagunillos Recreation Area 2: A picturesque, well-equipped picnic area beside the Escabas River, with swimming areas, a drinking fountain, and barbecue facilities (outside the wildfire season). The second parking area is recommended.
Las Majadas Stone Labyrinth (Callejones de Las Majadas) 5: A 3.6 km circular walk suitable for all ages through an extraordinary karst landscape where erosion has created natural corridors, arches, and stone labyrinths among the pine trees. More information here.
Tío Cogote Viewpoint 6: A spectacular panoramic viewpoint where numerous griffon vultures soar below the cliffs, especially during the late afternoon.
Devil’s Window (Ventano del Diablo) 7: A viewpoint carved into the rock overlooking the dramatic Júcar River gorge, near the village of Villalba de la Sierra. If you look carefully, you may spot griffon vultures nesting on the high cliffs and Iberian ibex grazing on the canyon slopes.
Fuente de la Tía Perra Recreation Area 3: A pleasant stop with picnic tables, barbecue facilities, and a natural spring.
El Hosquillo Wildlife Park 4: A wildlife reserve where red deer, fallow deer, Iberian ibex, wild boar, wolves and brown bears can live in semi-wild conditions. Advance booking is required. Estimated visit duration: 2–3 hours. From the park entrance, you can also take an easy 40-minute return walk to the Reloj Viewpoint.
Note: The route can be completed in either direction and includes several picnic areas as well as bars, restaurants, and small shops in nearby villages, as shown on the map.
This scenic route can be combined, either before or after your visit, with the Tagus Canyon and Doline Scenic Drive or the From the River to the Mountains Scenic Drive, both located in the neighbouring Alto Tajo Natural Park.
