Easy Route El Oso – Fontiveros
El Oso, Castilla y LeónRoute El Oso – Fontiveros
El Oso · Castilla y León 24.1km Distance
1h 45min Duration
914m Max altitude
e-Bike Type
Easy About this route
The second stage of the Teresian Route runs through the open and flat landscapes of La Moraña, a land of cereal fields, wide horizons and comfortable paths ideal for walking or cycling. After leaving El Oso behind, the route continues along easy agricultural tracks surrounded by crops and small rises, while one enjoys the characteristic silence of this region.
The layout is straight, gentle and with very little traffic, crossing historic paths that Saint Teresa used during her journeys between Ávila and Salamanca. Shortly before reaching Fontiveros, the view opens towards the birthplace of Saint John of the Cross, whose tower and adobe houses announce the end of the stage.
It is a serene, safe route of sober beauty, ideal for connecting with the environment and following the Teresian footprint.
Types of path:
- Trail: 19.9 km
- Street: 2.63 km
- Road: 1.59 km
- National road: < 100 m
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Points of interest on the route
Discover unique places to stop and enjoy.
place Otro Lagunas de La Moraña Center
Interpretive center dedicated to the lagoons and fauna of La Moraña, ideal for understanding the ecological value of these wetlands and observing birds in the area of El Oso.
place Otro The Bear. Monument Tribute to the Religious and Cooperators.
This monument pays tribute to the religious and cooperators of the municipality who dedicated their lives to the mission, solidarity, and service in different countries of the world.
castle Edificio Duke of Montellano Castle
The Duke of Montellano's Castle is an ancient noble fortress that dominates the landscape of the area. Of medieval origin and later renovated, it retains part of its defensive structure, such as walls and towers. It was the residence of the Dukes of Montellano and a symbol of noble power in the region.
water_drop Agua Fontiveros Lagoon
The Laguna Grande or de los Arenales was where the Livestock Fair was held around September 16, the day of the Patron, Saint Cyprian. As a curiosity, the legend says that in this lagoon, Saint John of the Cross fell as a child, being saved by the Virgin who appeared to him.
castle Edificio Parish Church of Fontiveros
Here was baptized Saint John of the Cross, which makes this church an essential place of the spiritual and cultural heritage of Fontiveros.
castle Edificio Mother of God Monastery
The Monastery of Our Lady of God is an ancient convent linked to the Carmelite presence in Fontiveros. Of historical origin and now partly disused, it preserves walls, dependencies, and architectural traces that evoke the religious life of the town. It is a silent and significant place within the spiritual heritage associated with Saint John of the Cross and the mystical tradition of the region.
castle Edificio Church of the Birthplace of Saint John of the Cross
Ancient house where the mystic Juan de Yepes (Saint John of the Cross) was born in 1542. Converted into an oratory in 1650 by the monks of Duruelo and expanded to a convent of Discalced in 1721.