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Stage of the Camino

Merida to Valdesalor (Mountain Bike)

From Mérida To Valdesalor

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Origin

Mérida

Destination

Valdesalor

Distance

20.00 km

Duration

6.67 h

Difficulty

Alta

Descent

700 m

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Stage Description

This stage descends from the Pajares port to the Asturian valleys. The route is a spectacular descent through a landscape of great beauty. It's a day to enjoy nature and look forward to arriving at one of the cradles of pre-Romanesque Asturian. Arrival in Pola de Lena, a village with a rich heritage, is a monumental end to the stage. It's a day that requires good physical effort, but rewards with unforgettable landscapes.
This stage descends from the Pajares port to the Asturian valleys. The route is a spectacular descent through a landscape of great beauty. It's a day to enjoy nature and look forward to arriving at one of the cradles of pre-Romanesque Asturian. Arrival in Pola de Lena, a village with a rich heritage, is a monumental end to the stage. It's a demanding physical effort but rewarding with unforgettable landscapes.

Last updated: 18/08/2025

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