The best road cycling routes around Campo De Montiel

Plaza de España and the Parish Church of Santiago el Mayor: the historical and monumental heart of Torrenueva (Ciudad Real). The Church of Santiago el Mayor is the most prominent monument in Torrenueva and one of the architectural gems of the Campo de Montiel region. It is located in Plaza de España, the town's urban and social center. Its construction began around 1450 and was completed around 1550. It belongs to the Isabelline Gothic style, although it also features Renaissance elements in its ornamentation.

On one side is the Church of Santo Domingo, built in the 17th century following the principles of the Counter-Reformation. Highlights include the main altar with its Baroque altarpiece featuring Solomonic columns. Above it are interesting frescoes depicting Saint Dominic. Among the side chapels, the Chapel of Souls, founded by the Ballesteros family, the Chapel of Ecce Homo, commissioned by the Duke of San Fernando, and the Chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary, commissioned by the Bustos family, are particularly noteworthy. However, the most visited site is the convent, or rather, the cell where Francisco de Quevedo died in 1645. Quevedo's cell, open to the public, is the exact spot where the writer passed away shortly after arriving in Villanueva, already very ill. Following the confiscation of church property in 1844, the convent was closed, and today part of the building houses cultural events and a hotel. The opening hours and admission prices are as follows: Opening Hours: Monday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Closed Tuesdays. Wednesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission: €2 (Reduced: €1).

The King's Lagoon, one of the most emblematic lagoons in the Ruidera Lakes Natural Park: It is located within the municipality of Ruidera (Ciudad Real), at the main entrance to the natural park. It is one of the first lagoons you see when traveling through the park by road, very close to the town of Ruidera. It stands out for the turquoise color of its waters, which in some places are reminiscent of the Caribbean. It is photogenic and easily accessible, ideal for those looking for a place to relax or take a swim. The bottom is clearly visible thanks to the water's transparency.

The Mirador de la Laguna de San Pedro viewpoint is located in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, within the municipality of Ossa de Montiel (Albacete). It is one of the most spectacular viewpoints for admiring this group of lagoons.

Laguna del Rey is one of the most emblematic lagoons in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park, located within the municipality of Ruidera (Ciudad Real). It lies just outside the town of Ruidera, and is one of the first lagoons encountered when traveling through the park by road. It is easily accessible by car, although parking near the water can be difficult during peak season.

What to see in Castellar de Santiago Parish Church of Santa Ana A 16th-century church with Mudéjar style and Baroque details. It houses the image of the Holy Christ of Mercy, the town's patron saint. Constitution Square and Town Hall The town's central hub, surrounded by houses with coats of arms and bars where you can try traditional dishes. Calle Real (Royal Street) A stroll along traditional La Mancha architecture and past small shops selling local crafts.

Castellar de Santiago is a charming village in the south of the province of Ciudad Real, within the Campo de Montiel region, very close to the border with Andalusia. It is ideal for those seeking tranquility, history, and nature.

The Mirador de la Laguna del Rey (King's Lagoon Viewpoint) is one of the most emblematic spots in the Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park. Located high above the village of Ruidera, it offers a spectacular panoramic view of Laguna del Rey, Laguna de la Colgada, and the Hundimiento area.