This mountain bike stage runs from Castilblanco de los Arroyos to Almadén de la Plata over about 28 kilometres with an elevation gain of 606 metres, making it moderate to high difficulty.

The route primarily follows forest tracks and paths, with some steep slopes and several long climbs that require sustained effort. The landscape takes centre stage along the way, as you pass oak groves, scrubland and rugged areas, especially inside the Sierra Norte de Seville Natural Park, which adds scenic appeal and technical variety to the route. Note that, after reaching the Cerro del Calvario viewpoint, there is a technical and hazardous descent towards Almadén de la Plata that requires great care and good control of the bicycle.

Almadén de la Plata, your destination, is a large village with a great livestock tradition and an ideal place for cyclists to rest. Its strategic location on the Ruta Vía de la Plata makes it a key stopover point, especially after a demanding day on the bike like this one.

This mountain bike stage connects Almadén de la Plata with Castilblanco de los Arroyos over approximately 28 kilometres with an elevation gain of 474 metres. It is of moderate to high difficulty, particularly due to the characteristics of the terrain and the prolonged ascents.

The route begins with a demanding departure from Almadén de la Plata in the form of a technical climb followed by a steep and hazardous descent from the Cerro del Calvario viewpoint, where special caution and good control of the bike are required. The route primarily follows dirt tracks and country roads, although it also includes some surfaced road sections, adding variety to the route. Along the way, you cross grassland, scrubland and Mediterranean forest landscapes within the protected setting of Seville’s Northern Sierra Natural Park.

The end of the stage in Castilblanco de los Arroyos, situated in the heart of the Sierra Morena, offers a peaceful setting with basic services for cyclists and stunning views of the mountain landscape.