Impressive statue of El Cid erected in 2008 and founded by the residents of Mecerreyes, it reaches 7m in height if we count the extension of the spear.

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August 28, 2024

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Powerful statue dedicated to El Cid, the largest on the entire route

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August 28, 2023

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Impressive statue of El Cid erected in 2008 and founded by the residents of Mecerreyes, it reaches 7m in height if we count the extension of the spear.

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1. The Exile - Covarrubias Loop

52.2km

03:12

490m

Cycle a difficult 32.4-mile (52.2 km) route through ancient juniper forests and the Desfiladero de la Yecla gorge near Covarrubias.

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2. Burgos Cathedral – Arch of Santa María loop from Modúbar de la Emparedada

120km

07:35

1,150m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Statue of El Cid in Mecerreyes – Burgos Old Town loop from Cojóbar

93.0km

05:52

850m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,000 m

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Location: Mecerreyes, Arlanza, Burgos, Castile and León, Spain

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Statue of El Cid in Mecerreyes

1. The Exile - Covarrubias Loop

2. Burgos Cathedral – Arch of Santa María loop from Modúbar de la Emparedada

3. Statue of El Cid in Mecerreyes – Burgos Old Town loop from Cojóbar

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