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La Serena Cycling Route
A road cycling route starting from Oliva de Merida
Explore the beautiful countryside of Extremadura on this road cycling route through Oliva de Mérida.
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The La Serena Cycling Route takes you through picturesque landscapes dotted with olive groves and vineyards. This route offers a moderate level of difficulty, making it suitable for experienced amateur cyclists. The highlight of this route is the town of Alange, where you can visit the stunning Alange Castle and relax in the therapeutic thermal baths. With a score of 4, this route is highly recommended for its scenic beauty and cultural attractions.
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137 km
1103 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Oliva de Mérida Village centerOliva de Mérida: Indulge in peaceful rides and scenic countryside in Oliva de Mérida.
Oliva de Mérida in Extremadura, Spain provides a generous range of scenic cycling routes for road and gravel cyclists. Situated in a rural setting, this locality offers serenity and quiet roads for riders to enjoy. Cyclists can explore the surrounding area dotted with olive groves and Mediterranean landscapes. For a historic charm, the nearby Roman bridge adds an interesting element to the cycling experience. Oliva de Mérida serves as an excellent starting point for longer rides and provides easy access to other popular cycling spots in the region. With its peaceful ambiance and beautiful landscapes, Oliva de Mérida is well-suited for cyclists seeking a tranquil riding experience.0 km
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Oliva de MéridaVillageOliva de Mérida is the starting point of this route, known for its well-preserved Roman ruins.
12 km
12 km
PalomasVillagePalomas is a charming village with white-walled houses and narrow cobblestone streets.
30 km
30 km
HornachosVillageHornachos is perched on a rocky outcrop and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
45 km
45 km
Hinojosa del ValleVillageHinojosa del Valle is famous for its traditional pottery and ceramics.
118 km
118 km
AlangeVillageIn Alange, you can visit the impressive Alange Castle and relax in the thermal baths.
137 km
137 km
Finish: Oliva de Mérida Village centerOliva de Mérida: Indulge in peaceful rides and scenic countryside in Oliva de Mérida.
Cycling routes from Oliva de Merida:
La Serena Cycling Route Valle de la Serena Gravel Route Cristina and Manchita Gravel Loop Valle de la Serena and Higuera de la Serena Gravel Adventure Oliva-Palomas-Alange-Arroyo de San Serván-Casa del Mitreo-Valverde de Mérida-Villagonzalo Oliva-Alange-Arroyo de San Serván-Casa del Mitreo-Guareña La Zarza and Valverde de Mérida Gravel Loop Oliva-Guareña-Mengabril-Dolmen Sierra Gorda-Higuera de la Serena-Retamal de Llerena-Puebla de la Reina Oliva-Palomas-Almendralejo-Torremejía Oliva de Mérida Loop Gravel Loop from Oliva de Mérida Scenic Gravel Ride from Oliva de Mérida to Guareña
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Guareña](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/guarena-4.webp)
![Image of Alange](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/alange-5.webp)
![Image of Mérida](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/merida-4.webp)
![Image of Medellín](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/medellin-5.webp)
![Image of Calamonte](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/calamonte-3.webp)
![Image of Santa Amalia](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/santa-amalia-5.webp)
![Image of Hornachos](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/hornachos-5.webp)
![Image of Almendralejo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/almendralejo-2.webp)
![Image of Ribera del Fresno](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/ribera-del-fresno-5.webp)