Santibáñez El Alto is a region in Extremadura, Spain, characterized by its elevated position within the Sierra de Gata and panoramic views of the Comarca Serragatina and Valle del Alagón. The area's diverse terrain includes river valleys, historical paths, and natural features like the Embalse de Borbollón, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. Its landscape composition, with steep hills, rivers such as the Arrago and Tralgas, and varied flora including…
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4.3
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23
hikers
9.79km
03:15
370m
350m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.0
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13
hikers
22.0km
07:03
910m
910m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

27.0km
07:15
320m
330m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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7
riders
46.4km
04:54
1,310m
1,310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
16.8km
01:14
60m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
39.4km
02:32
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
46.9km
04:53
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
61.3km
02:53
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

41
riders
88.4km
04:43
1,730m
1,730m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
93.4km
04:37
1,380m
1,380m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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70.0km
03:37
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

45.5km
03:14
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
21.6km
01:29
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
11.5km
01:11
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
14.6km
02:12
780m
770m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.41km
00:33
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
15.8km
02:22
810m
810m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Santibáñez El Alto offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes suitable for different skill levels and interests.
Key natural features include the Embalse de Borbollón reservoir, the Arrago and Tralgas rivers, and several natural swimming pools like Piscina Natural Las Reinas. The area also has diverse flora with chestnut, oak, and cork oak groves.
Santibáñez El Alto features the prominent Castle of Santibáñez el Alto, which dates back to the 9th century. The town's elevated position and narrow streets reflect its historical origins as a defensive outpost.
Santibáñez El Alto offers a network of hiking trails, including routes like PR-CC 181 and SL-CC 20. More detailed information on specific routes can be found in the Hiking around Santibáñez El Alto guide.
Yes, Santibáñez El Alto provides routes for Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. These routes often feature views of the Embalse de Borbollón and traverse varied terrain. Explore options in the Cycling around Santibáñez El Alto guide.
The region offers various trails for mountain biking, providing opportunities for off-road adventures. The terrain includes steep and winding paths. Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Santibáñez El Alto guide.
The region offers a diverse network of trails, including gentle paths suitable for leisurely walks. These options are ideal for beginners or families seeking less challenging excursions.
Santibáñez El Alto has attracted more than 800 visitors on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars, based on 38 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Santibáñez El Alto, Cycling around Santibáñez El Alto, Road Cycling Routes around Santibáñez El Alto, MTB Trails around Santibáñez El Alto, and Running Trails around Santibáñez El Alto.
The official website for the Santibáñez El Alto Town Council is santibanezelalto.es. The general phone number for the Town Council is +34927441116.
Santibáñez El Alto is perched atop a steep hill, offering panoramic views of the entire Comarca Serragatina and a significant portion of the Valle del Alagón. This elevated position makes it a privileged viewpoint.

