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Ruta de los Molinos


A road cycling route starting from Villarta de San Juan

Follow in the footsteps of Don Quixote on the iconic Ruta de los Molinos

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Experience the essence of Castilla-La Mancha on the Ruta de los Molinos. This iconic route takes you through the windmill-dotted landscapes immortalized in Cervantes' Don Quixote. With a moderate difficulty level and fascinating highlights, this cultural cycling journey is a must for literature enthusiasts and history buffs.

road
94 km
212 m
Tough
Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Villarta de San Juan Village center
Villarta 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.
Villarta de San JuanVillage
Start your journey in Villarta de San Juan, a town famous for its connections to Don Quixote.
Arenas de San JuanVillage
Visit the picturesque town of Arenas de San Juan and marvel at its well-preserved windmills.
DaimielTown
Explore Daimiel and its renowned National Park, home to a unique ecosystem of wetlands.
Observatorio de la Laguna PermanenteViewpoint
Reach the summit of the Observatorio de la Laguna Permanente and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views.
Finish: Villarta de San Juan Village center
Villarta de San Juan: Explore the diverse landscapes of Villarta de San Juan on two wheels.

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Cycling amidst wetland nature in Daimiel

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