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Avila Cathedral – Castro de Las Cogotas loop from Estación de Ávila

Avila Cathedral – Castro de Las Cogotas loop from Estación de Ávila

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Avila Cathedral – Castro de Las Cogotas loop from Estación de Ávila

03:11

41.6km

480m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 28, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.43 km for 86 m

After 1.69 km for 124 m

After 24.3 km for 208 m

After 41.3 km for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.47 km

Avila Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The cathedral was built in the 12th century on the remains of an ancient mosque. It is the first Gothic cathedral in Spain. Its architecture fuses Romanesque, French Gothic, and Renaissance elements.

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1.96 km

Provincial Council of Ávila

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Building that houses the Excellency Provincial Council of Ávila and that maintains a perfect architectural balance with the buildings in the area.

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2.15 km

The Convento de San José is a convent of Carmelite nuns in Ávila, Spain. It is not far from the city center but outside the medieval walls. Saint Teresa of Jesus was the driving force behind the founding of the monastery, which was built from 1562.

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2.87 km

Old Roman bridge over the Adaja River

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This bridge was built to facilitate crossing the Adaja River and connect the Roman city of Ávila with the opposite bank. Although only the hidden abutments on the edges of the original Roman bridge remain, the bridge visible today dates back to the 12th century.

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19.3 km

Cardeñosa

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Nucleus that has a great history behind it not only because Las Cogotas is located closer to the reservoir but also, for example, the Arco toral of the depopulated Conejeros.

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22.9 km

Peña Caballera Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

Near the Castro de las cogotas and the reservoir of the same name, we are located in the Peña Caballera, which is a spectacular rock formation.

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24.4 km

Castro de Las Cogotas

Highlight • Historical Site

The Castro de Las Cogotas, located in the municipality of Cardeñosa (Ávila), is one of the most emblematic Iron Age archaeological sites on the Iberian Peninsula, especially linked to the Vetton people. It is situated on a hill next to the Adaja River, surrounded by holm oak groves, pastures, and fertile land. This location offered defensive advantages and abundant natural resources.
The fort is open to the public and has an Interpretation Center that explains its history and characteristics. Periodic archaeological conferences are also held on the site.

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25.2 km

Burguillo Dam

Highlight • Structure

If you deviate from the national road for one km you will come to this spectacular dam.

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41.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.5 km

7.48 km

3.96 km

1.54 km

1.15 km

Surfaces

25.5 km

11.4 km

2.05 km

1.83 km

461 m

448 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,240 m)

Lowest point (1,030 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Avila Cathedral

Provincial Council of Ávila

Convento de San José

Old Roman bridge over the Adaja River

Cardeñosa

Peña Caballera Rock Formation

Castro de Las Cogotas

Burguillo Dam

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