Sierra de Utiel | |
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The Benagéber reservoir, in the Utiel Range area | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,306 m (4,285 ft) |
Listing | Mountains of the Valencian Community |
Coordinates | 39°37′16″N0°58′48″W / 39.62111°N 0.98000°W Coordinates: 39°37′16″N0°58′48″W / 39.62111°N 0.98000°W |
Geography | |
Location | Plana d'Utiel and Serrans, Valencian Community |
Parent range | Iberian System, Southeastern end |
Geology | |
Mountain type | Karstic (Jurassic) |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Drive from Utiel, Sinarcas, Loriguilla, Domeño, Chera, Benagéber or Calles |
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