カストロゴンサロのおすすめMTBライド

It's one of those spots that catches you by surprise on the route: sober, solid, and perfectly integrated into the flat landscape of Zamora. It rises among fields and low houses like a rural beacon marking the rhythm of your pedaling. Riding along quiet trails and seeing it appear in the background has its own charm. Ideal for a quick photo on the bike, refilling water if needed, and continuing on to longer routes through Benavente or Villafáfila. If you're looking to connect towns with spirit, this tower is worth a stop.

precious and dangerous,

In the historic center, the Church of Santa María del Azogue, from the 16th century, and in Gothic style, stands out as the main monument of Benavente.

An incredible stretch of the 'Vía la Plata' pilgrimage route south of Benavente towards the small town of Barcial del Barco. Disused railway line converted into an adventure paradise, far from cars and traffic.

A renovated castle and gardens rising above the public gardens below. The Parador hotel is one of the most visited monuments in Benavente.

Here you will find a pretty little town in the province of Zamora. A good place to taste wine and enjoy a good meal.

Restored by the Hotel Parador, this 12th-century castle sits on top of a hill overlooking the surrounding landscape and botanical gardens below.

Benavente is a good place to start or end a fun mountain bike adventure. If you have time you can also visit the museum in the old Casa Solita palace, the church of Santa María del Azogue and the Castillo de la Mota fortress.