The best cycling routes around Escurial De La Sierra

On the SA-205 highway, just outside San Esteban de la Sierra heading towards Santibáñez de la Sierra, you'll find the entrance to the Sierra Viewpoints Route, which includes several spectacular panoramic viewpoints. Views: The Alagón River Valley and its meanders. The Sierra de Francia mountain range with the Peña de Francia peak in the background. The Sierra de Béjar mountain range and the Las Quilamas Natural Area. This viewpoint is a magnificent natural balcony, perfect for photography and birdwatching (vultures, eagles, black storks).

What to see in Garcibuey Mural Route – Graffitibuey Since 2019, Garcibuey has become the “graffiti village,” with more than 18 murals by national and international artists integrated into its traditional architecture. The highlight is the mural “El Tritón de Miguelón,” covering 1,600 m², considered the largest in Europe and awarded best mural in the world in 2023. Old Town Cobblestone streets, traditional stone and wood houses, and the Church of San Pedro Apóstol (16th century) with a Baroque altarpiece. La Palla Pond An old irrigation system (1940), now a recreational area with a natural pool and a beach bar offering spectacular views. La Peña Viewpoint Panoramic views over the Alagón Valley and the Sierra de Francia mountain range.

Founded during the 13th-century repopulation of León by Alfonso IX, it was part of the district of Miranda del Castañar. Prehistoric remains can be found in the La Palla Valley, and legends abound about hidden treasures in the Cueva de la Mora (Cave of the Moorish Woman). The traditional economy is based on orchards, vineyards (Sierra de Salamanca Designation of Origin), and olive oil.

Zúñiga Castle: A 15th-century fortress, symbol of the former County of Miranda. Although it is not open to the public, its exterior and keep are impressive.

What to see in Miranda del Castañar Medieval Walls: Over 600 meters remain intact, with four gates facing the cardinal directions: San Ginés, Nuestra Señora, La Villa, and El Postigo. Zúñiga Castle: A 15th-century fortress, symbol of the former County of Miranda. Although the interior is not open to the public, its exterior and keep are impressive. Square Bullring: Considered one of the oldest in Spain, built in the 16th century on the site of the former parade ground. Church of Santiago and San Ginés: Gothic in style (13th-16th centuries), with a detached 17th-century bell tower. Houses with Coats of Arms: More than 80 noble coats of arms adorn the facades, reflecting the town's aristocratic past.

Miranda del Castañar, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, is located in the Sierra de Francia (Salamanca): Founded in 1213 by Alfonso IX of León as a town and council, it was the administrative capital of the Sierra de Francia. In the 15th century, the County of Miranda was created under the control of the Zúñiga family, consolidating its strategic importance.

It is the only granite theme park in Spain, created to pay homage to the quarrying tradition of the municipality. It occupies a former quarry transformed into an artistic and natural space. Monumental sculptures made from granite blocks by the Salamanca artist Amable Diego. Recreations that evoke menhirs, dolmens, and megalithic structures, including the famous "Salamanca Stonehenge." Explanatory panels on the history of quarrying, from Roman roads to modern industry.

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