Castrillo Del Val is a municipality situated in the province of Burgos, Spain, characterized by its position in the valley of the River Arlanzón and its proximity to the foothills of the Sierra de la Demanda. The landscape features lush valleys, riverine areas, and relict oak and holm oak forests, providing a diverse natural environment. This varied terrain makes Castrillo Del Val suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, hiking, and more.
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4.2
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Average rating
1982
People visited

5.0
(2)
108
riders
110km
05:02
1,310m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
24.1km
01:05
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

43
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37.6km
01:34
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

35
riders
86.2km
03:54
930m
930m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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22
riders
40.8km
02:34
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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104
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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144
riders
24.2km
01:28
160m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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76
riders
90.9km
05:52
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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1
hikers
14.1km
03:49
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14
hikers
10.5km
02:53
170m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
6.59km
01:47
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
hikers
27.9km
07:07
80m
80m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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40
riders
97.4km
05:19
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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26
riders
145km
08:50
1,360m
1,360m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33
riders
45.4km
02:56
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
riders
45.0km
03:34
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

6
riders
49.1km
03:40
520m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
60.2km
03:53
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
25.2km
01:56
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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12
runners
10.8km
01:08
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.14km
00:33
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
11.4km
01:15
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
9.76km
01:08
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Castrillo Del Val offers a range of outdoor activities including road cycling, touring cycling, gravel biking, hiking, mountain biking, and jogging. The region features more than 40 routes across these sports, situated in the valley of the River Arlanzón and near the Sierra de la Demanda.
Hiking in Castrillo Del Val includes trails like the "Sendero del Destierro del Cid," a 6.2-mile (10 km) circular route with moderate difficulty. Other paths explore the valley of the River Arlanzón and the area around the Monastery of San Pedro de Cardeña. More details are available in the Hiking around Castrillo Del Val guide.
Castrillo Del Val offers various road cycling routes, including county roads parallel to rivers and a 12.5-mile (20.1 km) circular route from Burgos. The region's terrain includes good surfaces suitable for road biking. Cyclists can explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Castrillo Del Val guide.
Gravel biking is well-suited for Castrillo Del Val, with varied terrains including comfortable tracks and solitary roads. The area is part of the "Camino del Cid," which offers diverse landscapes for gravel cyclists. The Gravel biking around Castrillo Del Val guide provides specific routes.
Touring cyclists can utilize the region's county roads and parts of the "Camino del Cid," which traverses varied terrains. These routes often provide picturesque views and pass through historic towns. The Cycling around Castrillo Del Val guide offers relevant information.
Yes, Castrillo Del Val offers easily accessible paved paths suitable for all fitness levels. Some routes feature relatively straight paths without major elevation changes, making them suitable for beginners. A 12.5-mile (20.1 km) circular route from Burgos to Castrillo del Val via San Medel is an example of an accessible option.
Castrillo Del Val is characterized by the valley of the River Arlanzón, lush riverine landscapes, and relict oak and holm oak forests. Notable landmarks include the millennial Monastery of San Pedro de Cardeña, deeply connected to the legend of El Cid. The region also features caves with historical and artistic interest, near the Sierra de Atapuerca archaeological sites.
Yes, Castrillo Del Val offers options for mountain biking. The varied terrain, including rolling uplands and forest trails, provides suitable conditions for MTB. The MTB Trails around Castrillo Del Val guide can assist in finding specific routes.
Routes in Castrillo Del Val are popular among outdoor enthusiasts. More than 15,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars across over 40 available routes. This indicates a high level of satisfaction with the outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides for Castrillo Del Val, including Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Running Trails.
The official website for Castrillo Del Val is castrillodelval.es. For direct inquiries, the Ayuntamiento (Town Hall) can be reached by phone at +34947421806.

