Béjar - Guijuelo
This mountain bike stage runs from Béjar to Guijuelo for 35 kilometres with an elevation gain of 496 metres. Of moderate-to-demanding difficulty, it is an ideal choice for riders who are used to physically challenging routes and want to enjoy the serene landscapes and rural settings of southern Salamanca province..
The stage combines dirt tracks, forest tracks and stretches of minor roads, crossing beautiful landscapes in the form of mountain ranges, forests, and grassland. The route profile includes demanding climbs, rolling sections and technical descents that make it interesting and varied. In the final section, the route joins a Greenway, offering a more relaxed, safe and direct ride towards the centre of Guijuelo.
The destination, Guijuelo, is well-known for its Iberian ham and excellent cuisine.
Guijuelo - Béjar
This mountain bike stage runs from Guijuelo to Béjar over 35 kilometres with an elevation gain of 445 metres. Of moderate difficulty, the stage is varied and physically demanding, recommended for experienced riders seeking to combine nature, altitude changes, and technical stretches.
It begins in Guijuelo, departing on a stretch of Greenway that provides an easy and safe start in a quiet traffic-free natural environment- As you progress, the route continues along dirt and forest tracks and rural paths, interspersed with short stretches of tarmac. The route profile includes sustained climbs, steep slopes and more technical sections, crossing the grasslands and mid-mountain areas of Salamanca.
The stage ends in Béjar, a town with a rich history linked to the textile industry and a natural environment on the northern slopes of the Sierra de Béjar. It is an ideal place to rest and has all the services necessary for the cyclotourist, and is an excellent connection point along the Ruta Via de la Plata.
