Best attractions and places to see around Anaya include historical railway sites and scenic greenways. The area is characterized by its rural Segovian countryside, offering opportunities to explore former train routes and natural landscapes. Visitors can discover remnants of past infrastructure alongside tranquil natural settings.
Last updated: May 10, 2026
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a very nice route to enjoy by bike
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Hontanares de Eresma is a charming municipality and town in the province of Segovia, within the autonomous community of Castilla y León. Hontanares de Eresma is mentioned for the first time in 1247 as “Fontanares” and until the 19th century it was simply called “Hontanares”.
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Population center that is divided into two scattered areas, one called Hontanares de Eresma and the other the Estación. This second one was well known since it is where the train station of the center was located and that currently passing through the greenway can still be seen.
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Old station on the track that was active for 100 years. These abandoned infrastructures seem like an architectural time capsule where you can sense what the dynamics of rail communication were like then, especially compared to the current nearby high-speed train line.
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Nucleus of houses with 25 inhabitants near the greenway where you can make a stop to rest in the shade and get supplies.
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Remnant of a road that was in use for 100 years. Stations such as Yanguas de Eresma represent a heritage that tells the story of lands that were protagonists in recent history in the development of civil life.
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This greenway runs along the old train route that linked Segovia and Medina del Campo. Next to the road runs the current railway line. The surface is very good and you can enjoy the passage through the cereal fields and pine forests of the Segovian countryside.
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The Anaya area, situated in the rural Segovian countryside, is rich in historical railway infrastructure. You can explore several abandoned railway stations that offer a glimpse into the past, such as Ortigosa del Pestaño — Abandoned Railway Station, Old Hontanares de Eresma Station, and Old Yanguas de Eresma Station. These sites are remnants of a road that was in use for 100 years, telling the story of the region's development.
Yes, the area around Anaya is excellent for cycling and walking, particularly along the greenways. The Section of the Eresma Valley Greenway, for instance, follows an old train route, offering a very good surface for enjoying the cereal fields and pine forests of the Segovian countryside. For more specific routes, you can find various cycling guides for the area.
Absolutely. The Section of the Eresma Valley Greenway is considered family-friendly, providing a safe and enjoyable path for walks and bike rides. Additionally, the Miguel Ibáñez Rest Area and Fountain offers a convenient stop for families to rest and get supplies.
The Anaya area is characterized by its rural Segovian countryside. You'll encounter picturesque cereal fields, pine forests, and landscapes shaped by the Eresma river. The greenways provide excellent opportunities to immerse yourself in this tranquil natural setting, often running alongside the current railway line.
The Miguel Ibáñez Rest Area and Fountain is a convenient stop located near the greenway. It offers shade, a fountain for water, and a bar in the nearby town (though it doesn't serve food) where you can take a break and resupply.
Visitors appreciate the unique blend of history and nature. The abandoned railway stations are seen as 'architectural time capsules' that evoke the past dynamics of rail communication. The greenways are praised for their excellent surfaces and the opportunity to enjoy the serene Segovian countryside, making them ideal for cycling and walking.
Yes, there are several running trails available. You can find various routes, including loops from Yanguas de Eresma, Valverde del Majano, and Hontanares de Eresma. For detailed information and routes, explore the Running Trails around Anaya guide.
Certainly. The Anaya region offers mountain biking opportunities, with routes like the Moros River loop from Juarros de Riomoros or the Mirador El Majano loop from Garcillán. For a comprehensive selection of trails, refer to the MTB Trails around Anaya guide.
Yes, road cyclists can enjoy routes such as the Marazuela, Muñopedro y Vegas de Matute circular from Valverde del Majano, or the Fuente de Armuña loop from Hontanares de Eresma. More options can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Anaya guide.
The abandoned railway stations, such as those at Ortigosa del Pestaño, Hontanares de Eresma, and Yanguas de Eresma, are significant historical landmarks. They represent a heritage that tells the story of lands that were central to the development of civil life in the region for over a century, offering a unique architectural time capsule of past rail communication.
While the guide focuses on railway heritage, the greenways themselves offer scenic views of the Segovian countryside, including cereal fields and pine forests. For broader regional views, the Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos in nearby Segovia provides picturesque vistas of the city and its surroundings.


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