Wikiloc - CENTRO BTT ALQUEVA. ||Ruta 2: Dehesas de Olivenza|| - CENTRO BTT ALQUEVA. ||Ruta 2: Dehesas de Olivenza||

ROUTE 2: DEHESAS DE OLIVENZA IMBA RATING: Red TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY: Low PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY: Medium RIDABILITY: 100% WATER AVAILABILITY: In the towns. RECOMMENDED SEASON: ALL. Be cautious during the summer months as it gets very hot in the area. DESCRIPTION: The route starts at the parking lot of the Convent of San Juan de Dios (Olivenza). Easy parking for cars. We set off towards San Jorge de Alor and from there enter beautiful dehesas that will provide much enjoyment. Up to Táliga, we will pass the section with the most elevation gain. Throughout this area, you can see different cattle breeds: Retinta and Charolesa, and with some luck, spot deer. From Táliga, we head to Alconchel, where we can see its impressive Castle at the highest point, the Castle of Miraflores, contrasting with the solar panels located at the foot of its mountain. In Alconchel, you can refresh yourself at some taps located in the square (non-potable water) before tackling about 16 km on a very rideable track to reach San Benito de la Contienda. In this section, you will see several farms dedicated to breeding the Toro de Lídia, spectacular to see them strolling and interacting among themselves. Once in San Benito, we will begin the gentle ascent back to the start and end of our route. HELPFUL INFORMATION: - The route profile on the starting sign is inverted and incorrect. - There are no signs between Alconchel and San Benito de la Contienda, except for GR 114 signs that share this segment. - Before reaching Olivenza, there are a couple of confusing junctions. Follow the track, and there will be no problem. - Avoid cycling during the hottest summer months and rainy periods, as you must cross two streams just after leaving Táliga, which may be swollen. - In San Jorge de Alor, there is a shelter station with bicycle tools, a pump, and water to wash your bike. Any additional information you can provide, please let me know, and I will gladly update the route. ENJOY!!!!