tuesday, June 9
We cycle 124 kilometers on a relatively flat route into the heart of La Mancha (look out for Don Quijote) until we arrive at the Parador de Manzanares. The surrounding town of Ciudad Real is interesting to explore - and is surrounded by natural parks. If you wander off, you might come across an old windmill. Be sure to give chase.
wednesday, JUNE 10
We cycle 93 kilometers into the Despeñaperros Natural Park - a wild reserve filled with waterfalls, canyons, rock formations, and hidden trails. We will spend the night at a rural hacienda where we will enjoy a barbecue together together in the evening as you listen to sound of the wind whistle through the trees. Our evening lodging is at the Finca Casa Real El Collado de los Jardines.