La Guardia is a region situated amidst the extensive vineyards of Rioja Alavesa in Spain, bordered by the imposing Sierra de Cantabria mountain range to the north. This area features a diverse landscape, including rolling hills, scenic roads, and unique wetlands such as the Lakes of La Guardia Protected Biotope. The varied terrain makes La Guardia suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and jogging.
La Guardia offers a range of…
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2
hikers
13.2km
03:36
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
4.96km
01:18
50m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
hikers
16.2km
04:09
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

15.8km
04:17
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22.6km
01:50
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
47.4km
03:50
420m
420m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
44.5km
03:35
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28.9km
02:25
190m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

45.7km
03:37
280m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

74.1km
06:11
450m
450m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
49.2km
04:48
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9.30km
01:03
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

12.1km
01:22
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

7
runners
5.34km
00:39
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
runners
6.32km
00:39
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
41.7km
02:59
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.8km
02:47
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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La Guardia offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region features 15 routes across these sports, catering to different interests and skill levels.
A notable hiking option is the Green Route of the Laguardia Lagoon Complex, a circular path approximately 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) long. Other trails explore the Sierra Cantabria mountains, including ascents to peaks like Sleeping Lion Peak and Toloño. For more options, explore the Hiking around La Guardia guide.
The Green Route of the Laguardia Lagoon Complex is considered a family-friendly circular path. This route is approximately 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) long and takes about 2.5 hours to complete, offering views of vineyards and wetlands.
The Rioja Alavesa region provides scenic roads ideal for touring cycling through vineyards and medieval towns. For mountain biking, routes like the 'Puerto del Toro loop from Laguardia' offer more challenging terrain. Discover more in the Cycling around La Guardia guide.
La Guardia offers various mountain biking opportunities, with 10 specific MTB routes available. The 'Puerto del Toro loop from Laguardia' is one example of a challenging route. For a comprehensive list, refer to the MTB Trails around La Guardia guide.
Key natural features include the Lakes of Laguardia Protected Biotope, which comprises unique wetlands like Carravalseca and Prao de la Paul. The Sierra de Cantabria mountain range forms a dramatic backdrop, and extensive vineyards define the landscape of the Rioja Alavesa region.
Routes in La Guardia have been explored by more than 200 visitors on komoot. The 15 available routes have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 stars based on 16 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Hiking around La Guardia, Cycling around La Guardia, MTB Trails around La Guardia, and Running Trails around La Guardia.
The La Guardia Lagoon Complex is a Protected Biotope featuring four wetlands, including Carravalseca and Prao de la Paul. These endorheic lakes are recognized for their ecological importance, supporting diverse flora and fauna, including up to 118 bird species.
The extensive vineyards of the Rioja Alavesa region can be explored through various activities. Touring cycling routes are particularly well-suited for traversing the scenic roads that wind through these agricultural landscapes. Many hiking and jogging paths also pass through vineyard areas.
La Guardia provides suitable settings for jogging, particularly along routes that traverse vineyards and natural areas. The relatively flat sections of the Lagoon Complex route are appropriate for scenic runs. More information can be found in the Running Trails around La Guardia guide.
The official website for La Guardia is laguardiaairport.com.

