Several enclaves in the center of the country stand out for the quality of their natural landscapes, ideal for discovering landscapes and hiking routes. In Castilla y León, several destinations have hiking routes ideal for discovering the wonders that the region offers.
The province of Valladolid, in the center of the autonomous community, stands out for its different paths, which are a great alternative for both beginners and experienced hikers. From paths along the banks of rivers, to paths that ascend steep mountains; The territory has great options to enjoy nature both with friends and family.
Before venturing into nature, it is important to plan the destination in detail, knowing all its details to avoid setbacks. These are some of the main hiking routes in Valladolid based on different levels of difficulty and duration.
Route along the Camino de Vecilla
The route along the Camino de Vecilla, also known as PRC-VA 16, is one of the best known in the territory. It is a circular route, just under 6 kilometers in length and an estimated duration of 1 hour and a half, which leads to the bank of the Pisuerga River from which you can enjoy the nature of Valladolid.
The path begins at the Church of Santa María de la Asunción, in the town of Cabezón de Pisuerga, from which you will have to walk several streets in the direction of an area of wineries. After that, we will have to continue for 2 kilometers of slope through the Valdecastro moor, a place full of multiple types of trees.
In this way, throughout the entire route it is possible to enjoy various plant species such as:
- Pines
- Holm oaks
- Junipers
- poplars
- Poplars
After continuing through the thick vegetation, the meander of the river will lead towards the Cabezón de Pisuerga bridge. Once in the urban area, you will have to go down in that direction to follow an authorized walkway, from which it is possible to access the river bank, where you can enjoy nature. In the same way, the tour will end when you arrive at the church again.
Route along the Burra Train trail
One of the most traditional routes is the Burra Train trail, also called PRC-VA 27, which runs along an old railway route that connected the towns of Valladolid and Medina de Rioseco, although it also extended to other towns. such as Villalón de Campos, Palanquinos (in León) or Palencia capital.
It is a linear route, just over 3 kilometers long and an estimated duration of 1 hour, which is also completely signposted, making it an ideal option to enjoy with the little ones at home.
The route, which began to provide service in 1884, was used for decades to transport both passengers and goods, although it stopped being used definitively in 1969. In this way, the Burra train departed from the San José station. Bartolomé, in the La Victoria neighborhood, from where it continued to Zaratán. Currently, the section that ascended to the plain of the moor is mainly preserved, the so-called Cuesta del Reventón, which borders the slope and slowly gains height.
Route along the Path of the Cortados
The route along the Senda de los Cortados – also called PRC-VA 8 – is one of the main options for experienced hikers looking to enjoy the nature of Valladolid. Thus, it is a circular route, 8 and a half kilometers long and lasting approximately 2 and a half hours.
In this way, the tour begins in the winery area, from which you must face the Cerro de Altamira, an area with abundant Aleppo pines. Once you reach the highest part of the Páramo de Valdecastro, it is possible to stop and enjoy the views of the Vega del Pisuerga and the Montes Torozos, and a historic bridge of Roman origin.
Continuing along the marked path, you will have to travel through an area with different slopes, traced by the wear and tear of the river over the centuries until you reach the Monastery of Santa María de Palazuelos, belonging to the Cistercian Order of Castile for three centuries.
Throughout the territory it is possible to see multiple species of birds belonging to the banks of the Pisuerga and included in the Natura 2000 Network. As it continues, the path maintains an intermediate level, parallel to the river, until reaching the town, where the route ends.
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