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Bierzo

The Top 20 Attractions around Bierzo

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Bierzo. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Bierzo is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

Molinaseca Roman Bridge

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The small Bercian town of Molinaseca, located a few kilometers from Ponferrada, is one of the most important enclaves on the Jacobean Route. Its streets with a medieval flavor invite 


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Ponferrada Castle

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The castle consists of a large polygonal enclosure (more than 8,000 square meters) with double and triple defenses forming barbicans, towers, rooms and a large patio or albacar.

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Galicia Border Marker on the Camino de Santiago

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On the long way towards Santiago de Compostela, through the north of Spain - maybe even earlier in France - the pilgrim has already crossed borders several times, which may 


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Villafranca del Bierzo Castle

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Villafranca del Bierzo takes its name from French immigrants who (re)populated the region after the Reconquista and built a castle. Villafranca thus became a stage of the Camino. In later 


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Templar Castle of Ponferrada

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The Templar castle is located in what was probably originally a Celtic castro, in a position similar to that of others in El Bierzo. Later it is believed that it 


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OrellĂĄn Galleries

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The Orellán Gallery is an ancient underground water conduit that extends for about 100 meters. Its original function was to transport water from inside the mountain to burst it from 


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Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sorrows in Molinaseca

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The Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de las Angustias in Molinaseca is closely linked to the Camino de Santiago since it is one of the most important points on the route 


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La Encantada Cave and La Cuevona

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If you are interested in hiking and nature, these caves are fascinating places to explore. I hope you enjoy your visit! 😊

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Statue of Saint James the Pilgrim at La Portela de Valcarce

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In La Portela de Valcarce, a small enclave in the province of León, you will find a statue in honor of the pilgrim. This statue remembers the distances from there 


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Las MĂ©dulas

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Las MĂ©dulas, located in Bierzo, northwest of the Montes Aquilanos and along the valley of the Sil River, is a fantastic landscape resulting from Roman gold mining. This place has 


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