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Sierra de Fuentes – Montánchez Castle loop from Sierra de Fuentes

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Sierra de Fuentes – Montánchez Castle loop from Sierra de Fuentes

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Sierra de Fuentes – Montánchez Castle loop from Sierra de Fuentes

05:34

66.7km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 20, 2026

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60 m

Sierra de Fuentes

Highlight • Settlement

Sierra de Fuentes is a small town on the slopes of the Risco, the highest point of the Sierra de la Mosca, 11 km from the capital. Stop at the town's Plaza España for a coffee and admire the town's church.

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7.21 km

San Pedro Church of Torreorgaz

Highlight • Religious Site

Torreorgaz is a small town that is characterized by the traditional local architecture of whitewashed buildings and clay tile roofs. Located 16 km from the capital Cáceres, check out the Iglesia de San Pedro near the Plaza de España. A good place to rest and eat something.

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17.9 km

Jarripa Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This small reservoir southeast of Cáceres is also known as Tres Torres.
It is very popular among fishermen in the area, as carp are abundant.
Its banks are an ideal place to stop to rest and perhaps have something to eat in the middle of our route.

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26.7 km

Parish of Santa María Magdalena of Albalá

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Albalá is a small town in a flat region located along an old Roman road that ran between Mérida and Toledo through Trujillo. It became famous for its uranium mines. As you cycle through the city, see the impressive Parroquia de Santa María Magdalena.

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26.9 km

Church of Santa María Magdalena of Albalá

Highlight • Religious Site

Albalá is a small agricultural town in the Montánchez region. The most notable monument in the town is the church of Santa María Magdalena.

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32.8 km

Montánchez Castle

Highlight • Castle

The Castillo de Montánchez was a defensive castle that protected the trade routes of the Sierra de Montánchez. Spectacular views from the top of the old town and the beautiful scenery beyond. The castle was the center of many battles and passed from Christian to Arab hands on several occasions. Both leaving their architectural signature in the impressive historical monument.

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33.2 km

Montánchez Castle

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The origins of the castle of Montánchez date back to Roman times (it began to be built at the time of the emperor Caracalla)

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33.7 km

Plaza de España, Montánchez

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Montánchez is a charming historic town in the Sierra de Montánchez region. A strategic medieval city that was disputed many times. Stop and admire its beauty at Plaza de España for a drink and a bite to eat.

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66.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.4 km

12.6 km

8.69 km

2.12 km

Surfaces

40.0 km

13.1 km

11.2 km

1.73 km

846 m

Elevation

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Highest point (730 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Sierra de Fuentes – Montánchez Castle loop from Sierra de Fuentes

Sierra de Fuentes

San Pedro Church of Torreorgaz

Jarripa Reservoir

Parish of Santa María Magdalena of Albalá

Church of Santa María Magdalena of Albalá

Montánchez Castle

Montánchez Castle

Plaza de España, Montánchez

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