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The Southern Loop
A road cycling route starting from Villarta de San Juan
Explore the scenic roads and historic towns of southern Castilla-La Mancha
Map
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Embark on a journey through the picturesque countryside of Castilla-La Mancha with the Southern Loop. This route takes you through charming towns, rolling hills, and historic landmarks. With a moderate difficulty level and plenty of highlights along the way, this scenic route is perfect for a day of adventure.
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113 km
256 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Villarta de San Juan Village centerVillarta de San Juan: Explore the diverse landscapes of Villarta de San Juan on two wheels.
Villarta de San Juan is a town located in the Castilla-La Mancha region of Spain. From a cyclist's perspective, the area offers a mix of flat terrain and rolling hills, making it suitable for cyclists of all levels. The town is surrounded by beautiful rural landscapes, providing cyclists with a peaceful and scenic environment to ride in. Notable cycling spots nearby include the Tablas de Daimiel National Park and the Castle of Alhambra, both offering unique cycling routes. Overall, Villarta de San Juan is a decent locality for road and gravel cyclists, with a good balance of natural beauty and varied terrain.18 km
18 km
HerenciaTownStop by Herencia, a town rich in cultural heritage and traditional architecture.
39 km
39 km
QueroVillageVisit the beautiful town of Quero, known for its stunning natural landscapes.
53 km
53 km
Miguel EstebanTownExplore Miguel Esteban, a charming village with a rich gastronomic scene.
75 km
75 km
Alcázar de San JuanTownDiscover Alcázar de San Juan, the birthplace of the famous Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes.
113 km
113 km
Finish: Villarta de San Juan Village centerVillarta de San Juan: Explore the diverse landscapes of Villarta de San Juan on two wheels.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Herencia](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/herencia-5.webp)
![Image of Villarrubia de los Ojos](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/villarrubia-de-los-ojos-5.webp)
![Image of Villafranca de los Caballeros](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/villafranca-de-los-caballeros-5.webp)
![Image of Daimiel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/daimiel-4.webp)
![Image of Alcázar de San Juan](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/alcazar-de-san-juan-4.webp)
![Image of Manzanares](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/manzanares-3.webp)
![Image of Madridejos](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/madridejos-5.webp)
![Image of Consuegra](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/castilla-la-mancha/consuegra-5.webp)