Arlazón River Trail – Arlanzón River loop from Cardeñajimeno

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Arlazón River Trail – Arlanzón River loop from Cardeñajimeno

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Arlazón River Trail – Arlanzón River loop from Cardeñajimeno

05:28

21.4km

70m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.72 km

Pilgrims’ Rest Area (Orbaneja Riopico)

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8.77 km

Camping Fuentes Blancas

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a few km away with beautiful walking and cycling trails connected to Burgos

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17.0 km

Fuente del Prior Beach

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A great place to hike with the dog or with family and friends, it has sand, a park and a mini stand.

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17.8 km

The Arlanzón River Trail is a beautiful route that crosses the city of Burgos, in Castilla y León, Spain. This trail follows the course of the Arlanzón River and offers a natural and relaxing experience.

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19.1 km

Arlanzón River

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The river originates in the Sierra de la Demanda

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19.5 km

Arlanzón River Bridge

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At a point on the bank of the river there is a bridge that lets you cross it. The area, flooded with greenery and vegetation, is a natural and beautiful space.

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21.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

3.23 km

2.36 km

2.22 km

664 m

148 m

Surfaces

8.33 km

5.14 km

4.19 km

2.28 km

769 m

686 m

Elevation

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Highest point (920 m)

Lowest point (860 m)

Weather

Sunday 8 November

17°C

11°C

94 %

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Comments

May 13, 2023,#14: Cardeñuela Riopico nach Burgos

Today's destination was Burgos. In order to achieve this, we did not take the "normal" route, but an alternative route that is recommended in the yellow pilgrim's guide. And it was worth it. It was much lonelier and we walked through the "green lungs" of Burgos. There wasn't really much to remember from the city, because we hiked through several …

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June 2, 2022,Camino Frances, Tag 15: Von Cardeñuela Riopico nach Burgos

Because we wanted to see Burgos and especially the cathedral, there was a shorter stage today. It was flat and easy to walk. The Albergue Municipal is very close to the cathedral and with 150 beds is a lively place.

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June 6, 2025,Cardeñuela Riopico - Burgos

Follow the road to the next village, then cross the noisy highway and take the alternative route to Burgos. (Turn left after the highway) On a pleasant gravel road, past the airport, then along the beautiful Rio Arlanzon in the shade of the trees to Burgos. A wonderful old town with an impressive cathedral!

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