Cuevas del Valle – Aquelcabos Medieval Bridge loop from Cuevas del Valle

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Cuevas del Valle – Aquelcabos Medieval Bridge loop from Cuevas del Valle

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Cuevas del Valle – Aquelcabos Medieval Bridge loop from Cuevas del Valle

03:35

43.9km

1,130m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Parque Regional de la Sierra de Gredos

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Guest House

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321 m

Cuevas del Valle

Highlight • Settlement

Located on the southern slope of the Gredos mountain range and in the heart of the Tiétar valley, Cuevas del Valle is one of the most beautiful towns in this mountain range, although it is not as renowned as others. And in this town of medieval origin there are still excellent examples of the traditional architecture of the area and an outstanding historical-artistic heritage that is very well preserved.

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7.86 km

View of Mombeltrán Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views of Mombeltrán Castle from the N-502 are truly spectacular, especially when coming from Arenas de San Pedro towards Ramacastañas. The castle stands atop a hill with the Sierra de Gredos mountains in the background, creating a very photogenic scene.

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17.7 km

Centro BTT Bajo Tiétar Bike Repair Station

Highlight • Rest Area

The marked point is the best place to start the route. It is a parking lot in the center of town, right next to the Bajo Tiétar BTT Center with information and showers.

The town of Arenas de San Pedro has all the services: bike shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants, accommodation... etc.

Contact for showers: 673635624

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17.8 km

Castle of Arenas de San Pedro

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The most emblematic building of the town of Arenas de San Pedro, which is even found on its shield. Located in the heart of the town, it becomes a must-see during your stay in Arenas.
The castle is Gothic in style, built in the 15th century. Popularly known as “the Sad Countess” castle.

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18.0 km

Aquelcabos Medieval Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

From the Aquelcalbos Bridge you can see the other bridge that was raised to support the weight of heavier vehicles, where the road that leads to the beautiful town of Candeleda begins, in the vicinity of this bridge the Arenas de San Pedro River Walk begins. Puente Aquelcalbos you can see the other bridge that was raised to support the weight of heavier vehicles, where the road that leads to the beautiful town of Candeleda begins, in the vicinity of this bridge the Paseo Fluvial de Arenas de San Pedro begins

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18.3 km

Castle of the Constable Dávalos (Castle of the Sad Countess)

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Castle built in the 15th century. In the year 1393, King Henry III granted the title of Villa to Arenas de San Pedro, handing over its lordship to Ruy López Dávalos, constable of Castile, who began its construction.
It is known as the Castle of the Sad Countess, because after the execution of Don Álvaro de Luna in 1453, Juan II allowed the town to remain in the possession of his widow, Doña Juana de Pimentel, popularly known by this nickname.

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34.1 km