Folgoso De La Ribera is a region in the scenic El Bierzo area of León, Spain. The landscape is characterized by the valley of the Boeza River, offering a mix of riverine environments and mountainous terrain. Pine forests and diverse natural features provide varied settings for outdoor pursuits. This environment makes Folgoso De La Ribera suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Folgoso De La Ribera offers a variety of outdoor routes for different activity levels. Enthusiasts can explore approximately 4 routes across several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. More than 1,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 stars for the routes in Folgoso De La Ribera. Hiking routes often follow historical paths or lead through pine forests and along the Boeza River, as detailed in the Hiking around Folgoso De La Ribera guide. For cyclists, the varied terrain provides options for both mountain biking on trails and road cycling on local networks, with specific routes available in the MTB Trails around Folgoso De La Ribera and Road Cycling Routes around Folgoso De La Ribera guides.
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4.9
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Average rating
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4.8
(11)
55
hikers
10.9km
03:13
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
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17
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7
hikers
5.84km
01:45
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
5.25km
01:26
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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39.9km
04:01
1,010m
1,020m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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34
riders
44.1km
03:37
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
43.9km
03:39
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
43.5km
02:47
540m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
43.9km
02:46
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
27.3km
01:42
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
86.4km
04:05
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

88
riders
63.0km
02:58
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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27
riders
61.4km
02:48
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

22
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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8
runners
12.4km
02:40
980m
980m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
runners
14.8km
01:32
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.96km
01:16
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
runners
9.96km
01:05
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Folgoso De La Ribera offers diverse outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The region features varied landscapes from river valleys to mountainous terrain, providing options for different preferences.
Popular hiking routes include the "Ruta de los Canales" and "Paseo de los Molinos," which highlight historical water management. Trails also lead to the Matavenero Eco Village and the Pozo de las Hoyas Waterfall. More details are available in the Hiking around Folgoso De La Ribera guide.
Yes, the varied terrain around Folgoso De La Ribera is suitable for mountain biking. The region offers trails that traverse mountains and river valleys. Specific routes and information can be found in the MTB Trails around Folgoso De La Ribera guide.
Folgoso De La Ribera provides road cycling opportunities across its local road networks and diverse landscapes. Cyclists can explore the El Bierzo region through various routes. The Road Cycling Routes around Folgoso De La Ribera guide offers detailed information.
Key natural attractions include the Boeza River, which features natural pools and a fluvial beach. The Pozo de las Hoyas Waterfall is located in a spectacular setting, and a pine forest offers scenic views, especially from the municipality's highest point at 4,124 feet (1,257 meters).
Hikers can visit the Matavenero Eco Village, an ecological community known for its sustainable lifestyle and prohibition of motor vehicles. This village offers a unique cultural and natural highlight within the region.
Komoot lists approximately 4 routes for Folgoso De La Ribera, covering various sports such as hiking, mountain biking, and cycling. These routes have been shared by more than 1,000 visitors.
Routes in Folgoso De La Ribera have an average rating of 4.77 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from approximately 58 users.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Folgoso De La Ribera, MTB Trails around Folgoso De La Ribera, and Road Cycling Routes around Folgoso De La Ribera. There are also guides for touring cycling and running.
Routes in Folgoso De La Ribera feature historical elements such as the abandoned hydroelectric plants "La Presa" and "La Fábrica de Arriba," dating back to the 1930s. The "Paseo de los Molinos" also highlights old mills.
The official website for the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento) of Folgoso de la Ribera is www.aytofolgoso.es. The general phone number for the Ayuntamiento is 987 523 001.

