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Spain
Castile and León
León
Bierzo
Priaranza Del Bierzo

Ponferrada Castle – Las Médulas loop from Priaranza del Bierzo

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
Spain
Castile and León
León
Bierzo
Priaranza Del Bierzo

Ponferrada Castle – Las Médulas loop from Priaranza del Bierzo

Hard

15

riders

Ponferrada Castle – Las Médulas loop from Priaranza del Bierzo

03:56

48.5km

1,120m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 29, 2026

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2.14 km

Bar El Sitio de Mi Recreo

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Very nice and very good attention.

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11.1 km

The Lambrión Chupacandiles statue in Ponferrada is a bronze tribute to one of the most iconic figures of the local Semana Santa tradition. Installed in 2024 at the Church of San Andrés, the statue depicts a Nazareno in a black hooded robe, holding a bell—just as he parades through the city each year to announce the arrival of Holy Week. The figure, which originated in the 17th century, is linked to the Hermandad de Jesús Nazareno and takes its name from a legend that says he tasted wine and even oil from candlesticks along the way. Designed by Tomás Bañuelos and Soraya Triana, the sculpture has become a recognizable symbol of Ponferrada's religious heritage.

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11.2 km

Ponferrada Castle

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The castle consists of a large polygonal enclosure (more than 8,000 square meters) with double and triple defenses forming barbicans, towers, rooms and a large patio or albacar.

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11.6 km

Ponferrada Town Hall Square

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The Plaza del Ayuntamiento de Ponferrada is full of life at any time of the year.
With its multiple terraces, bars and restaurants, it is a meeting point for people of all ages.
The town hall building presides over the square.
In the entrance street you will also see the Clock Tower on the Arco de las Eras.

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17.3 km

This bridge, which connects the neighborhoods of Toral and Merayo, is built over the Oza River and combines traditional architecture with the natural beauty of the area. Its slate and limestone masonry structure evokes a sense of historical authenticity. Although it is not as famous as other medieval bridges, its uniqueness and location make it an interesting place to visit. 😊

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28.2 km

View of Cornatel Castle

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Cycling along the N-536 national road, you can glimpse the defensive wall of the medieval castle of Cornatel and its towers on top of the hills.

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36.6 km

Las Médulas

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These rock formations are a relic of Roman gold mining.
The cultural landscape of Las Médulas has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997.

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48.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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15.3 km

13.9 km

11.1 km

7.93 km

242 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.7 km

13.8 km

10.1 km

322 m

261 m

227 m

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Highest point (740 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

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Sunday 7 June

26°C

11°C

16 %

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