Guidebook to cycling the Ruta Via de la Plata through western Spain, covering the 924km route from Seville to the coastal city of Gijón and a pilgrimage variant to Santiago de Compostela. With road and off-road alternatives (the latter suitable for gravel bikes), the route offers fantastic cycling and rich cultural and historical interest.
A guidebook to cycling the 924km (574 mile) Ruta Via de la Plata from Seville to Gijon. A pilgrimage variant, the Camino Sanabres, to Santiago de Compostela is also described. The route through western Spain is suitable for any reasonably fit cyclist and can each be completed in around 2 weeks.
- Presented in 14 stages between 33 and 102km (21-63 miles) in length
- Camino Sanabres option is presented in 16 stages covering 1002km (623 miles)
- Both on and off road variants are detailed
- Route passes through Seville, Mérida, Cáceres, Salamanca, Leon, Zamora and Oviedo
- 1:150,000 maps and profiles are included for each stage
- Can be cycled year-round with the best times in spring and autumn
- GPX files available to download
- Detailed information on pilgrim lodging, facilities and preparation
