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Gravel Adventure to Alcalá de Henares and Velilla de San Antonio
A gravel cycling route starting from San Fernando de Henares
Embark on a gravel adventure and explore the cultural riches of Alcalá de Henares and Velilla de San Antonio.
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This gravel cycling route offers a unique opportunity to explore the cultural riches of Alcalá de Henares and Velilla de San Antonio. With a moderate ascent, the route covers a distance of 65 kilometers. Alcalá de Henares is the birthplace of renowned author Miguel de Cervantes and boasts magnificent historic architecture, while Velilla de San Antonio is a charming town that provides cyclists with beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes.
gravel
65 km
426 m
Tough
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Start: San Fernando de Henares City centerSan Fernando de Henares: Cycling Hotspot: Enjoy urban and rural routes in San Fernando de Henares.
San Fernando de Henares, located in Comunidad de Madrid, Spain, offers a variety of cycling opportunities for road and gravel cyclists. The region features a mix of urban and rural roads, allowing cyclists to explore both the cityscape and surrounding countryside. San Fernando de Henares provides convenient access to the expansive cycling network in the Madrid metropolitan area. As for famous cycling spots, the nearby Puerto de Navacerrada climb is renowned among cyclists for its challenging gradients and beautiful scenery. With its diverse cycling routes and proximity to notable climbs, San Fernando de Henares receives a cyclist ranking of 4. It is a great area for both cycling and tourism.9 km
9 km
Palacio de la AldoveaCastlePalacio de la Aldovea is a historic palace that showcases grand architectural design and peaceful gardens.
22 km
22 km
Alcalá de HenaresCityAlcalá de Henares is renowned for being the birthplace of Miguel de Cervantes, known for his literary masterpiece Don Quixote.
37 km
37 km
Valverde de AlcaláVillageValverde de Alcalá is a picturesque village with traditional houses and a charming, small-town atmosphere.
43 km
43 km
Torres de la AlamedaTownTorres de la Alameda is a town offering cyclists beautiful medieval tower ruins and idyllic rural landscapes to explore.
55 km
55 km
Velilla de San AntonioTownVelilla de San Antonio provides cyclists with stunning views of the Jarama River and picturesque parks along the riverbank.
65 km
65 km
Finish: San Fernando de Henares City centerSan Fernando de Henares: Cycling Hotspot: Enjoy urban and rural routes in San Fernando de Henares.
Cycling routes from San Fernando de Henares:
Road Cycling Route with Torre Eiffel and Arganda del Rey Gravel Route through Las Castellanas and Torrejón de Ardoz Road Route through Madrid's Vicálvaro Road Cycling Tour Road Cycling Route to Los Berrocales del Jarama and La Garena Gravel Adventure with Vicálvaro and Coslada Gravel Adventure to Alcalá de Henares and Velilla de San Antonio Road Cycling Adventure Gravel Route to Mirador Barajas T4 Gravel Route in the Countryside
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Coslada](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/coslada-5.webp)
![Image of Mejorada del Campo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/mejorada-del-campo-5.webp)
![Image of Vicálvaro](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/vicalvaro-4.webp)
![Image of Torrejón de Ardoz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/torrejon-de-ardoz-5.webp)
![Image of Barajas de Madrid](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/barajas-de-madrid-5.webp)
![Image of Velilla de San Antonio](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/velilla-de-san-antonio-5.webp)
![Image of Villa de Vallecas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/villa-de-vallecas-5.webp)
![Image of Paracuellos de Jarama](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/paracuellos-de-jarama-3.webp)
![Image of Moratalaz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/comunidad-de-madrid/moratalaz-5.webp)