The best cycling routes around Megeces

Very interesting... especially routes in autumn and spring when it rains so that the transit through the sands of the pine forests is not so complicated.

Church of Santiago Apostle (Alcazarén) Chapel of the Virgin of Carmen. It preserves some of the most interesting Romanesque-Mudejar remains in southern Valladolid, dating back to the very late 13th century. These are the two Mudéjar churches: the Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol, declared an asset of cultural interest, and San Pedro. The church of San Pedro has a scale model in the Mudéjar de Olmedo theme park. Currently only the Church of Santiago Apóstol is open for worship, as the church of San Pedro is used for cultural purposes, such as theatrical performances or summer shows. The latter remained in ruins for many years. It recently underwent restoration work which preserved the apse and the tower. It is one of the most important medieval monuments in the province of Valladolid, given its originality and size.

In addition to the Mudejar churches, don't forget its bridge over the Cega

Good cakes and bakeries next to the church

It was built in the 15th century and is considered one of the best examples of Spanish Gothic-Mudejar. Property of the Casa De Alba, transferred to the Ministry of Agriculture of Spain since 1954.

The bridge over the Cega River, built between 1515 and 1516, is a remarkable structure commissioned by the Archpriest of Cogeces, Juan Díaz de Mirena. It consists of a single limestone semicircular arch and is twelve meters long. In the lower part, it has buttresses, and its railing is decorated with large semicircular stones. Inside the arch, fragments of the old wooden framework used during its construction are preserved.

Mojados is a charming town that houses two beautiful Mudejar-style churches. The Church of San Juan, from the 13th and 14th centuries, stands out for its nave with a pointed barrel vault and its beautiful tower. On the other hand, the Church of Santa María, from the 14th century, has three naves and an impressive stone and brick tower. In addition, in the surroundings there are other notable buildings such as the Town Hall and the bridge over the Cega river. The Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de Luguillas, located about three kilometers away, is another outstanding Baroque building with a nave covered with a barrel vault.

The castle of Portillo stands on top of a hill that dominates Tierra de Pinares. Built in the 14th century and restored in the 15th century, the castle was the scene of the arrest and imprisonment of Álvaro de Luna. It represents the power and wealth of its lords, with a square structure, keep, barbican and three fortified gates. In its parade ground there is a well more than 30 meters deep.