Plaza Mayor of Burgos – Arch of Santa María loop from Ventilla - Villayuda

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Plaza Mayor of Burgos – Arch of Santa María loop from Ventilla - Villayuda

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Plaza Mayor of Burgos – Arch of Santa María loop from Ventilla - Villayuda

06:20

24.7km

90m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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18.0 km

San Lesmes Abad Church, Burgos

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of San Lesmes Abad is one of the most emblematic churches in the city of Burgos. It was built in the 14th century, following King John I of …

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18.4 km

Burgos Old Town

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Capital of the province of the same name in the autonomous community of Castile and Leon. A must-see city, which is dominated by the cathedral built in the French Gothic style

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18.6 km

The Many Facets of Spain on the Wall

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This mural is located on the street behind the cathedral

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18.9 km

Plaza Mayor of Burgos

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Formerly known as Plaza del Mercado Menor, today it is the center of social life in the city. Its origins date back to the Middle Ages, at that time it …

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19.0 km

Cathedral of Saint Mary

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The Cathedral of Santa María de Burgos, also known as Burgos Cathedral, is one of the most impressive monuments of Gothic art in Spain and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984.

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19.2 km

Statue of the Pilgrim in Front of Burgos Cathedral

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Statue of the Pilgrim: Located in front of the Burgos Cathedral, this statue represents one of the best-known pilgrims in the area. The pilgrim carries a scallop and rests in …

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19.3 km

Arch of Santa María

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The Arch of Santa María takes the form of a triumphal arch. It is organized as a large altarpiece carved from limestone from the Hontoria quarries.

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19.7 km

Statue of El Cid, the Campeador (Plaza del Mio Cid, Burgos)

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In the Plaza de Mio Cid stands the monument statue to Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar -El Cid Campeador-.
The bronze equestrian statue of the Cid was made by Juan Cristóbal …

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21.7 km

Parque de La Quinta

Forest

24.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

7.61 km

4.66 km

801 m

378 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

6.20 km

5.65 km

1.62 km

935 m

235 m

Elevation

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Highest point (910 m)

Lowest point (860 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 19 October

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Comments

August 23, 2022,Von Cardenuela Riopico nach Burgos

Around the airport and through the industrial area into the city - hence so few pictures 😉

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April 29, 2025,Wandeling

Before I start about today, first about yesterday's power outage.
The power came back at 18:00 and went out again at 18:30. We ate meals prepared with gas. At 21:00 the power finally returned.
This morning started with a birthday and just at the end of the town the famous mural. I think that is the most beautiful of all. …

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May 4, 2024,Camino Francés 14: Cardeñuela-Riopico - Burgos

Wind, rain and a lot of city. Not a nice tour 🤷🏼‍♂️

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May 2, 2022,Gradenuela Riopico - Burgos, Camino 13

Marched off at 7 in the rain, coffee break in the industrial area. Waited with wet shoes in the bar opposite the albergue municipal by the cathedral until the hostel opens at 12 noon. Finally got in line, luckily in 2nd place.

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