Tracks of the Canal de Castilla
Canal de Castilla by Bike for all levels
MTB
190 km
Total distance
600 m
Accumulated drop
1
Physical difficulty
2
Technical difficulty
691 m
Minimum height
862 m
Maximum elevation
Tracks of the Canal de Castilla
A great circular route to explore the southern branch of the Canal de Castilla and the beautiful Campos branch.
Description
Tracks Canal de Castilla is a circular gravel route designed to be completed in five stages.
With a total length of 190 km, the Canal de Castilla Tracks is suitable for all ages and covers the Campos Branch, the Route of the Castles, and the Southern Branch of the Canal de Castilla, with accommodations in high-quality hotels.
This is a simple gravel or mountain bike route to enjoy the history of the Canal de Castilla and its vineyards, Cigales designation of origin, in the province of Valladolid.
In addition to a very complete bike route, you enjoy the convenience of starting and finishing in Palencia. Unlike the linear routes along the Canal de Castilla, which require tedious vehicle travel to return to the starting point.
THE TOP OF THIS ROUTE
- History, vineyards and fortresses.
- Locks, docks, aqueducts, bridges and the history of the Canal de Castilla.
- Landscapes of Tierra de Campos.
- Castles of Vistalegre and Fuensaldaña.
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Stay in vineyards with a guided tour, tasting, and sampling of local wines.
5 stages
A circular route
DAILY TOUR
Stage 1: Palencia – Becerril de Campos. 20 km
Stage 2: Becerril de Campos – Medina de Rioseco. 62 km.
Stage 3: Medina de Rioseco – Mucientes (Wine Museum). 39 km.
Stage 4: Mucientes – Cubillas de Santa Marta (Winery). 38 km.
Stage 5: Cubillas de Santa Marta – Palencia. 31 km.
The ideal route to discover the Canal de Castilla
DAILY TOUR
Circular with all modalities and for all audiences
Technical sheet
Total distance
190 km
total gradient
600 m
itinerario
5-stage circular route: Palencia – Becerril de Campos – Medina de Rioseco – Mucientes (Wine Museum) – Cubillas de Santa Marta (Winery) – Palencia.
Type of terrain
90% clues
10% asphalt
Available services
Transport of suitcases
Bike rental
Advice on the road
Meet the creator of this route
Jon Pérez Yurrita
Welcome to Montaña Palentina. I'd be happy to help you describe this spectacular route. You won't regret it.
FAQs
Ideal bike: Hardtail mountain bike, trekking or gravel bike
Tire type: gravel or dry mountain tires
How to find your way: Tracks are provided for GPS or App
Best time of year: May, June, July, September and October.
Type of roads or trails: Wide gravel and/or dirt track
Route philosophy: ride relaxed to enjoy calmly
Luggage transport: optional per group.
Refreshments: not offered.
FAQs
Ideal bike
The choice is yours, but we recommend a hardtail, trekking, or gravel bike.
Tires
Gravel or dry mountain type.
how to orient yourself
Tracks are provided to load into your GPS or App.
Best time
From May 1st to October 31st.
Type of roads or trails
Wide gravel and/or dirt track roads.
Route philosophy
Roll relaxed to enjoy calmly.
luggage transport
It is advisable to hire this service.
Provisioning
During the stages, you'll pass through villages where you can stop to get water, and in some, there are places to eat.
Request a quote
We will contact you within 48 hours to send you a customized quote for your trip.
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