Below Sepúlveda, the Río Duratón has carved out a deep canyon, reaching a height difference of more than 100 metres in some places. The Parque Natural de las Hoces del Río Duratón stretches across the municipalities of Sepúlveda, Sebúlcor and Carrascal del Río. The landscape therefore offers a distinct focus alongside the town’s cultural attractions.

Romanesque heritage in Sepúlveda

The Romanesque Iglesia de los Santos Justo y Pastor dates from the 12th and 13th centuries and has been recognised as a National Monument since 1931. Sepúlveda itself was declared a historic-artistic site in 1951. These are two distinct designations: the church as a specific Romanesque building, and the town’s historic status as a whole.

Visitor information for the natural park

In Sepúlveda’s historic town centre, the Casa del Parque de las Hoces del Río Duratón is located in the Iglesia de Santiago. Before entering the park, visitors can explore an environmental interpretation exhibition and an audiovisual presentation there. At reception, visitors can get information about the natural area, maps, routes and permit arrangements. The Casa therefore provides an introduction to the area as well as practical guidance.

Routes with different starting points

The Senda de los Dos Ríos is a circular route that starts and ends at the Casa del Parque Natural Hoces del Río Duratón in Sepúlveda. The Ruta de los Miradores starts at Plaza del Trigo, where Sepúlveda’s tourist office is located. It offers panoramic views of the Hoces del Río Duratón, Sepúlveda’s Romanesque heritage, its most important historic buildings, and the town’s gates and natural and built walls.

Another route connects the Puente de Talcano in Sepúlveda with the Puente de Villaseca in the depths of the Hoces del Río Duratón; it can be explored on foot or by bicycle. Near the Casa del Parque in the town of Sepúlveda, there is also a route with information boards adapted for wheelchair users. These details distinguish the routes by their starting and ending points, viewpoints and means of travel.

Festivals and travel planning

The Fiesta de los Fueros is held every year on the third weekend of July, bringing the atmosphere of a medieval market back to life. The Fiestas de los Toros take place every year from Thursday to Monday on the last weekend of August and have been recognised as Sepúlveda’s intangible cultural heritage since 2011. The two festivals take place in different summer months.

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