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Olivenza Castle and Cerro San Cristóbal Road Cycling Route
A road cycling route starting from Valverde de Leganes
Ride through historic landscapes and visit Castillo de Olivenza and Cerro San Cristóbal on this road cycling route near Valverde de Leganés.
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Immerse yourself in history and nature as you cycle along this 86km route with an ascent of 504m. Discover the stunning Castillo de Olivenza and enjoy panoramic views from Cerro San Cristóbal.
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504 m
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Start: Valverde de Leganés Village centerValverde de Leganés: Road and gravel cycling haven in Valverde de Leganés
Valverde de Leganés in Extremadura, Spain, is a cyclist's paradise. The locality offers a wide range of routes with serene landscapes, making it a great destination for both road and gravel cyclists. The roads are well-maintained and provide scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Nearby, cyclists can conquer the challenging climb of Sierra de Baza. With its cyclist-friendly infrastructure, access to stunning climbs, and beautiful natural surroundings, Valverde de Leganés is a must-visit for any cycling enthusiast.11 km
11 km
Castillo de OlivenzaCastleAdmire the impressive Castillo de Olivenza, a well-preserved castle from the 13th century with stunning architecture.
52 km
52 km
Posto Fiscal do RetiroHamletExplore the Posto Fiscal do Retiro, an old customs house that once guarded the border between Spain and Portugal.
60 km
60 km
Cerro San Cristóbal210 mPeakClimb Cerro San Cristóbal and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
61 km
61 km
Puerta de PalmasAttractionVisit Puerta de Palmas, an ancient city gate that once served as the entrance to Badajoz.
86 km
86 km
Finish: Valverde de Leganés Village centerValverde de Leganés: Road and gravel cycling haven in Valverde de Leganés
Cycling routes from Valverde de Leganes:
From Valverde de Leganés to Corte de Peleas and La Albuera Valverde de Leganés to Táliga, Alconchel, and Olivenza Valverde de Leganés Extreme Road Cycling Route Valverde de Leganés Dolmen La Lapita Road Cycling Route Olivenza Castle and Cerro San Cristóbal Road Cycling Route Valverde de Leganés to San Jorge de Alor and Villarreal Valverde de Leganés to La Albuera Epic Road Cycling Route Valverde de Leganés Gravel Adventure to San Jorge de Alor Valverde de Leganés to San Jorge de Alor and Olivenza Valverde de Leganés to Táliga, Villanueva del Fresno, and Castillo de Olivenza
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Olivenza](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/olivenza-4.webp)
![Image of La Albuera](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/la-albuera-3.webp)
![Image of Alconchel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/alconchel-5.webp)
![Image of Badajoz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/badajoz-5.webp)
![Image of Higuera de Vargas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/higuera-de-vargas-3.webp)
![Image of Elvas](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/portugal/alentejo/elvas-5.webp)
![Image of Salvatierra de los Barros](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/spain/extremadura/salvatierra-de-los-barros-5.webp)