Guadiana Nature Trail – Olivenza loop from San Benito de la Contienda

Guadiana Nature Trail – Olivenza loop from San Benito de la Contienda

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Guadiana Nature Trail – Olivenza loop from San Benito de la Contienda

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75.8km

620m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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650 m

San Benito de la Contienda

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This small town of about 570 inhabitants has existed since the 19th century. The narrow streets are full of small whitewashed houses. The town sits on a hill and offers views of the valley and surrounding fields.

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36.2 km

Alqueva

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36.6 km

Guadiana Nature Trail

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Rolling along the flat, dirt nature trail of the same name along the Guadiana River, we'll encounter beautiful and picturesque views that will make our journey even more enjoyable.

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41.2 km

Ponte da Ajuda / Puente de la Ayuda

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The Ayda Bridge (Spanish) or Ponte da Ajuda (Portuguese) is the old bridge that joined both sides of the Río Guadiana and where it is now semi-destroyed. From the bridge …

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64.9 km

Olivenza

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Olivenza is a historical and cultural gem in the province of Badajoz, with a unique blend of Spanish and Portuguese influences.

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66.9 km

Olivença

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Despite the disagreement between Portugal and Spain over the Olivença Question, the issue has not caused friction in relations between the two Iberian countries. Olivença and the Spanish border municipalities …

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67.4 km

Olivenza

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Olivenza is one of the localities in Extremadura closest to the border with Portugal and where, since time immemorial, it has been fought over by both nations. The old town …

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75.8 km

End point

Parking

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