Easy Discover by electric bike the surroundings of El Hito with this route that heads to Almonacid del Marquesado, crossing the wide open landscapes of La Mancha. The route runs through quiet rural paths among fields and gentle hills that characterize this territory.
During the route, you can enjoy the natural environment of the Laguna de El Hito, a Manchego wetland declared a Natural Reserve, known for its great richness in birds and its unique landscape of seasonal lagoon.
The destination of the route is Almonacid del Marquesado, a locality known for one of the most unique traditions in the province of Cuenca: La Endiablada. This celebration, declared a Regional Tourist Interest Festival, brings together every year the so-called “endiablados,” characters dressed in colorful costumes and large cowbells who roam the village making their characteristic noise. It is a spectacular festival full of music, tradition, and popular participation.
After visiting the village and learning about this unique tradition, the route returns along the same path to El Hito, allowing you to continue enjoying the Manchego landscape at a leisurely pace.
A highly recommended route if you want to combine nature, Manchego landscape, and one of the most surprising traditions of Cuenca: La Endiablada of Almonacid del Marquesado.
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place Otro The Endiablada, which translates approximately as "The Brotherhood of the Devils," is one of those traditions that remains etched in memory once witnessed. It is an impressive and at the same time curious spectacle of dances, colors, extravagant costumes, and an incredible hustle and bustle that involves the entire community.
forest Naturaleza Manchegan wetland declared Natural Reserve.
forest Naturaleza The Mirador de la Laguna de El Hito offers an excellent panoramic view of this unique Manchego wetland, declared a Nature Reserve. From here, it is possible to observe the landscape of the lagoon and, with luck, some of the numerous birds that find refuge in this important natural space.
