Inaugurated in January of this year, the Cuenca zip line It is the longest of all Europe between double and urban. Not in vain, with its 445 meters has surpassed by more than 300 that of Toledo, which was the largest of Spain.
Its route allows you to fly over the city of Cuenca, thus obtaining another perspective of its main monuments. But, above all, with its height, distance and slope, it provides you with a adrenaline rush rarely equaled. Below, we tell you everything you need to know about the Cuenca zipline.
Location and technical data of the Cuenca zip line
A person descends on a zip line
This wonderful attraction is located on the Huécar sickle, the impressive canyon that this river has formed on the outskirts of the city. Specifically, it goes from the castle parking lot to the road to the Bramble Cave, Along the convent of Saint Paul, which is the current tourist stop. Therefore, it goes without saying that the views of Cuenca that the attraction offers you are spectacular.
As we told you, the Cuenca zip line has a length of 445 meters and a gradient of 67 with a slope of 17%. In fact, in its highest part it has a height of 120 meters on the floor. Initially, it was planned to reach a speed of 90 kilometers per hour. However, for security reasons, it has been reduced to 75, which is not bad either.
To achieve this, they have installed a type of parachute that acts as a brake while providing greater duration to the experience of jumping through it. The estimated travel time is about 30 seconds, although this depends on the weight of the user. Regarding this, It cannot be less than 40 kilograms or more than 120. And this leads us to talk to you about the requirements that attraction demands.
Basic requirements to enjoy the zip line
Children can jump on the Cuenca zip line with their parents' permission
Along with the maximum and minimum weight, there are other requirements to try the zip line. So, The minimum height is 120 centimeters and the maximum is 215. Likewise, whoever wishes to do so must sign a consent and acceptance of conditions form in which he participates. It is a mere procedure and you can do it the same day of the jump through a QR code.
On the other hand, minors under 18 years of age can only jump alongside their parent or guardian, who must also sign the consent for the young person. Likewise, you will have to present your National Identity and, in the case of groups of children, there must be one parent or guardian for every seven of them.
People suffering from coronary heart disease, unfortunately, cannot participate in jumping. On the other hand, those who have reduced mobility can do so. The activity staff will help you with everything you need. They will also give instructions to other participants about safety. In fact, no experience required some to make the jump.
Finally, it is recommended to go properly dressed. Specifically, it is advisable to wear closed-toe sports shoes or boots and flip-flops, clogs, open shoes or high heels are prohibited. Caps or hats are also not allowed.
How to get to the activity
Descending on a zip line
The jump begins next to the parking lot of the Cuenca castle, which we will talk to you about later. You can go up to it by taking a walk from the center of the city, while admiring its beauty. But you can also choose the urban bus. Line 2 goes, precisely, to the car park of the castle. Even at some times of the year and from Tuesday to Sunday, you have an original tourist train that makes the route.
On the other hand, to get to Cuenca from Madrid or Valencia you have high speed rail and buses. However, if you prefer to travel in your own vehicle, the road that arrives from the capital of Spain is the A-40, which you should take at the height of Tarancón. For its part, from Valencia you have to take the A-3 and then detour in Motilla del Palancar along the CM-220, although you can also do it in Castillo de Garcimuñoz on the N-420.
Cuenca zip line schedules
The zip line is over the gorge of the Huécar River
Regarding the schedules of the Cuenca zip line, the first thing we must tell you is that may vary over time. Therefore, we advise you to consult with those responsible before going so that they can clarify if there have been any modifications.
That said, currently the attraction remains open, as a general rule, from Monday to Thursday between 11 a.m. and 17 p.m. For its part, on Fridays it operates between 15.30:18.30 p.m. and 11:14.30 p.m. As for Saturdays and Sundays, you can enjoy it from 15.30 a.m. to 17.30:XNUMX p.m. and from XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. to XNUMX:XNUMX p.m. Finally, at certain times of the year, the schedules are special. For example in Christmas, most days it only works from 11 a.m. to 14 p.m.
Other information of interest
Starting the descent of the Cuenca zip line
Along with everything we have told you, there are other facts about the Cuenca zip line that you should know. For example, you must reach it with fifteen minutes in advance so that those responsible can check that everything is correct before the jump.
You will also be interested in what you can do work? both individually and for groups of even more than eleven people. Likewise, you have the possibility of purchasing a gift card so that others can enjoy this activity. Its price is $25, just as the jump costs in general. If you don't know when the person being honored will be able to attend, you can buy it without a date. As long as there is availability, you can choose the day you prefer.
The helmet and harness necessary to carry out the activity will be provided to you by those responsible for the zip line. They will also take you out a photography so that you have it as a memory. But, if you prefer to record with a video camera your descent, you can rent it on site. They will place it on your helmet to make your images even more spectacular.
You even have the possibility of hiring your jump with a guided tour of the beautiful city of Cuenca. And this leads us to talk to you about some of the wonders that it offers you.
What to see in Cuenca
The old convent of San Pablo
While you make the jump, you will observe many of the town's monuments from a bird's eye view, which is a unique experience. But we also advise you to take advantage of your stay in Cuenca to get to know them better. Not in vain, it has been declared World Heritage City by Unesco.
Its religious complex is impressive. Among the many churches you can visit, are those of San Andrés, San Miguel, San Nicolás or San Pedro. We also recommend that you see the convents of San Pablo (as we told you, current tourist stop), La Merced or San Felipe Neri, as well as the monasteries of the Franciscan Conception and the Benedictine Mothers.
As for its civil monuments, we have already mentioned the castle, which is in ruins and was an Arab citadel. In the remaining part of the wall is the Bezudo arch. For its part, the Mangana tower It is from the XNUMXth century and Town hall It is a neoclassical construction from the XNUMXth century. Likewise, you should see the buildings of the Provincial Historical Archive, former headquarters of the Inquisition, the San José school and the Provincial Council. Likewise, the Corregidor house, from the XNUMXth century, and the Santiago Apóstol hospital, from the XNUMXth century, are spectacular. But, among all the monumental wonders of Cuenca, two stand out.
The hanged houses
The hanging houses, symbol of Cuenca
Is the most famous attraction from the city. They are a group of houses built since the XNUMXth century directly on the Huécar gorge in such a way that they seem to be, precisely, hanging by a thread to avoid falling into the precipice. In fact, its balconies look out onto it.
Apparently, its origin would be in an old manor house. But today three remain. The mermaid house It is currently an inn, while the king's houses They serve as headquarters of the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art, which we also recommend you visit.
As a curiosity, we will tell you that there are similar constructions in other locations in Spain. For example, in the Malaga town of Ronda, about its famous pit; in the Teruel native Albarracín; In Gerona or in Burgos Cold.
Cuenca Cathedral
The impressive façade of the Cuenca cathedral
It is the other great monument of the city, although it is not as famous as the hanging houses. It began to be built in the XNUMXth century and represents one of the earliest examples of the Gothic in Spain. In fact, it still has Romanesque elements. Its façade is impressive, with three flared porticos and an upper floor formed by large arches, two small turrets and a rose window.
Inside, on the other hand, the chapels of the Apostles and the Knights stand out, as well as the cloister, which is accessed through the Renaissance arch of Jamete. Likewise, next to the temple is the Episcopal palace, which began to be built in the XNUMXth century and which houses the Diocesan Museum.
In conclusion, we have explained everything you need to know about the Cuenca zip line. But we have also shown you the main monuments that you can visit in the city while taking advantage of your trip to make the jump. Dare to experience the adrenaline rush that this activity causes and discover the beautiful city of Castilla La Mancha.