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Spain
Extremadura
Badajoz
Sierra Suroeste
Fregenal De La Sierra

Church of Saint Michael the Archangel – Jerez de los Caballeros loop from Fregenal de la Sierra

Routes
Road cycling routes
Spain
Extremadura
Badajoz
Sierra Suroeste
Fregenal De La Sierra

Church of Saint Michael the Archangel – Jerez de los Caballeros loop from Fregenal de la Sierra

Hard

13

riders

Church of Saint Michael the Archangel – Jerez de los Caballeros loop from Fregenal de la Sierra

04:06

83.8km

1,190m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Natural de Sierra de Aracena y Picos de Aroche

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.58 km

Templar Castle of Fregenal de la Sierra

Highlight • Castle

This castle was entrusted to the Knights Templar in the 13th century.
The castle has seven towers, the most notable of which is the Torre del Homenaje, which has a bell tower from the 18th century. Inside the fortress are the Plaza de Toros, built at the end of the 18th century, and the Plaza de Abastos, which dates from the beginning of the 20th century. In addition, the Church of Santa María and the Parish House are attached.

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2

1.75 km

The Plaza de Toros de Fregenal de la Sierra is located in the municipality of the same name, in the province of Badajoz. This plaza has a special charm, as it is located in the courtyard of the Templar castle.
Built in 1781, the plaza has a capacity for 4,800 spectators and is classified as third category. The history of the plaza is closely linked to the urban development of the town and the influence of the castle fortress.

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3

2.36 km

Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Paz

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The Convent of Our Lady of Peace in Fregenal de la Sierra is a historic building from the 17th century, built by the merchant Alonso de Paz. This convent, belonging to the Augustinian Mothers, stands out for its architecture and its rich history.
In the church of the convent you can see three altarpieces made thanks to the “pious mandate” of Juan Bravo Murillo. In addition, above the choir there is a 17th century canvas attributed to the artist Domingo de Urbín, which represents the appearance of the Virgin Mary to Saint Ildefonso of Toledo.

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23.5 km

Ermita de San Lázaro

Ruins

5

24.8 km

Church of Saint Michael the Archangel

Highlight • Religious Site

The most symbolic element of the Church is undoubtedly the tower that stands out above the other buildings due to its 64 meters high.
It was built between 1749 and 1756 and is the work of Juan Alfonso de Ladera.

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24.8 km

Jerez de los Caballeros

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Jerez de los Caballeros is a town with a rich historical legacy, located in the southwest of the province of Badajoz, Extremadura.
Ancient Origins: Its history dates back to the Phoenicians, passing through Roman, Visigothic, Muslim, and Christian periods. It was known as Ceret, Fama Iulia, Xerixa, and finally Jerez de los Caballeros after the Reconquista.
Templars: In the 13th century, the Knights Templar took control of the town, leaving an indelible mark on its architecture and culture.
Historic Center: Declared a Historic-Artistic Site, it is notable for its Baroque churches, medieval walls, cobbled streets, and stately homes.

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59.8 km

Puerto de los Carreteros

Mountain Pass

62.0 km

Puerto de Fregenal

Mountain Pass

9

78.0 km

Higuera la Real

Highlight • Settlement

Small town that is located at the end of the province of Badajoz and where we can find two different buildings. On the one hand, the Iglesia de Santa Catalina, which acts as the nerve center of the population, and on the other, the Plaza de toros de Higuera la Real, at the far end and where it fills up on certain dates.

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83.8 km

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Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.4 km

36.8 km

4.65 km

Surfaces

75.4 km

8.47 km

< 100 m

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