Peñacaballera, a region in the Sierra de Béjar, is characterized by diverse natural landscapes, including extensive oak and chestnut forests, and historical routes. Situated 80 kilometers from Salamanca, Peñacaballera provides varied terrain suitable for different outdoor pursuits. It offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, jogging, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
In Peñacaballera, outdoor enthusiasts can explore 5 routes across various disciplines. More than 6,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average…
75
Routes
4.3
(57)
Average rating
1437
People visited

245
riders
90.7km
05:17
1,890m
1,890m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
79.3km
04:22
1,650m
1,650m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

109km
06:18
2,580m
2,580m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
(4)
11
hikers
4.88km
01:31
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.0
(2)
12
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(2)
27
hikers
9.06km
02:25
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
13
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
runners
10.2km
01:12
300m
300m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

1
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

8.37km
01:13
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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39.1km
03:24
900m
900m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
(14)
96
riders
51.0km
04:44
1,130m
1,130m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

3.0
(1)
38
riders
23.8km
01:34
290m
290m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
25
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
46
riders
24.7km
01:45
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
35
riders
45.5km
03:18
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
riders
47.1km
04:25
1,070m
1,070m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
21
riders
28.5km
01:54
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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29
riders
56.5km
03:45
1,060m
1,060m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
70.6km
04:03
760m
760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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(1)
12
riders
24.3km
01:26
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
63.4km
05:11
1,290m
1,290m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Peñacaballera offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse natural landscapes and historical routes suitable for various outdoor pursuits.
Peñacaballera provides popular routes for road cycling, utilizing its paved roads and scenic areas. Cyclists can find more information on routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Peñacaballera guide.
The region offers numerous hiking trails, particularly through its extensive oak and chestnut forests. A notable route is the "Baños de Montemayor: Vía Verde and Calzada Romana Loop," which covers approximately 3.0 miles (4.8 km) and passes through historical paths. Further details are available in the Hiking around Peñacaballera guide.
Peñacaballera is well-suited for mountain biking with routes through its oak and chestnut forests. The Vía de la Plata, an ancient route, also provides an easily passable path for cyclists. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Peñacaballera guide.
The Vía de la Plata, an ancient Roman road, traverses the municipality, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Other historical elements include sections of the Camino Real and the Church of El Salvador, a Romanesque church from the 12th century.
Peñacaballera is characterized by its location within the Sierra de Béjar, featuring extensive oak and chestnut forests. Unique rock formations such as Los Tres Panetes and El Canchal de la Romana are also present. The Fuente de la Salud is a local point of interest.
The Vía de la Plata, an old railway line, offers an easily passable route suitable for various cycling levels, including families. Its relatively flat terrain and historical context make it an accessible option for a leisurely ride.
More than 6,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Peñacaballera on komoot. The region's 5 routes have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive reception from the outdoor community.
Komoot offers several guides for Peñacaballera, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, MTB Trails, Running Trails, Cycling, and Gravel biking.
The official phone number for the Peñacaballera Town Hall is +34923414156. An official online presence can be found on their Facebook page.
The Vía de la Plata is an ancient route, part of a historic Roman road, that traverses Peñacaballera. It offers a path for both cyclists and hikers, featuring an easily passable old railway line and a lit tunnel approximately 0.6 miles (1 km) long.
While the Vía de la Plata offers easier sections, the region's mountainous terrain in the Sierra de Béjar provides more demanding options. These routes can lead to unique rock formations and historical paths like the Camino de Las Hoyas.

