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A small cave in the Serra do Courel, surrounded by legends and wild landscapes. A natural refuge for foxes and shepherds, it's now a curious stop for those seeking unique spots. Cyclist tip: you'll have to leave your bike behind and walk a bit, but the adventure is worth it.

The Arroyo del Silencio Waterfall and Bridge are located near Peñalba de Santiago, in the region of El Bierzo. This route is known for its natural beauty and tranquility, offering a unique experience for hiking enthusiasts.

The Mirador de Orellán is a spectacular observation point located in the town of Orellán, in the municipality of Borrenes, León. This viewpoint offers stunning panoramic views of the cultural landscape of Las Médulas, an ancient Roman gold mining complex declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Near the viewpoint, you can visit the underground galleries that were part of the Roman gold mining system. Entry costs €3 and a helmet with headlamp is provided for the visit.

The Senda de Bas is a hiking route in Ponferrada, León, ideal for enjoying nature and the outdoors. This circular trail combines paths and trails through a beautiful natural landscape, including the Sil River, chestnut trees, oaks and a wide variety of local fauna.

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Angustias in Molinaseca is closely linked to the Camino de Santiago as it is one of the most important points on the route that links Astorga with Santo Tomás de las Ollas via the Foncebadón pass.

At the end of the 11th century, Osmundo, Bishop of Astorga, ordered the construction of a bridge (partly made of iron = pons ferrata) over the Sil for the pilgrims on the Way of St. James, near which a settlement was built. At the "pons ferrata", the iron bridge, the Knights Templar built a huge castle on a surface area of 160 x 90 m to protect the pilgrims on the Way of St. James. The medieval castle complex was inhabited by the Knights Templar from 1178 to 1312. Source: Wikipedia

The Templars' heyday from the 12th to 14th centuries led to the construction of this mighty fortress, among other things to protect the pilgrims on the Way of St. James. The rampart on the city hill stands out impressively against the mountain backdrop and absolutely conforms to the stereotypical image of a knight's castle. It is sensationally well maintained and a feast for the eyes.

The order, often referred to simply as the "Order of the Knights Templar," whose full name is "Poor Knights of Christ and of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem," takes us mentally back to the 13th century. Founded in the Holy Land, it spread surprisingly quickly to many countries in Central Europe, and this castle complex in Ponferrada, northern Spain, was one of its numerous branches. The order gained notoriety through its dissolution in 1312 by the French king and the pope, and many of its members were burned at the stake as alleged heretics. The main reason for the dissolution, however, was not the members' human and religious misconduct (heresy), which was merely a pretext, but the legendary wealth of this order. King Philip IV of France primarily wanted to secure the treasures to bolster his coffers.