El Franco Gravel Route

A gravel cycling route starting from El Franco

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Thrilling gravel ride with beautiful landscapes

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Experience the excitement of cycling through stunning landscapes on this thrilling gravel route near El Franco. With a total ascent of 1424m over a distance of 65km, this route offers a challenging adventure for gravel enthusiasts. Get ready to explore highlights such as Serantes, Miradoiro do Cargadoiro do Ferro, A Ponte, A Veiga / Vegadeo, and Campos y Salave. The difficulty level is rated as 3 out of 5, suitable for reasonably well-trained cyclists. The epicness of this route is 4 out of 5, making it an epic journey with breathtaking views. The highlights along the route are scored based on their attractiveness and are described below:

gravel

65 km

1424 m

Tough

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Highlights on the route

0 km

Start: Campos Village center

El Franco: Diverse cycling experience with coastal and mountainous landscapes.

El Franco, located in the Principado de Asturias region of Spain, offers a diverse cycling experience with its coastal and mountainous landscapes. Cyclists can enjoy riding along the scenic coastline, passing by beautiful beaches and charming fishing villages. For those seeking more challenging climbs, the nearby mountains provide opportunities for mountain biking and gravel cycling. El Franco is close to well-known cycling spots such as the Cabo de Peñas, Llaímo, and Torceria mountain passes. With its stunning coastal scenery and mountainous routes, El Franco is a must-visit destination for cycling enthusiasts.

7 km

SerantesHamlet

Serantes offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes, including beautiful coastal scenery.

13 km

Miradoiro do Cargadoiro do FerroViewpoint

Miradoiro do Cargadoiro do Ferro provides a stunning viewpoint overlooking the Ferro Valley.

31 km

A PonteHamlet

A Ponte is a charming bridge dating back to ancient times, adding historical significance to the route.

42 km

A Veiga / VegadeoVillage

A Veiga / Vegadeo is a picturesque village nestled in the heart of nature with traditional Asturian architecture.

65 km

Campos y SalaveHamlet

Campos y Salave is a must-visit highlight offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Explore the historic town and its scenic surroundings.