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Description
In the natural environment of Sajazarra, one of the most beautiful villages of La Rioja, the Peñas de Gembres rise like two imposing rocky escarpments on the southern slopes of the Obarenes Mountains. To reach the base, you can follow the Sajazarra-Espacio Natural Protegido cycling path, a pleasant route that allows you to enjoy the scenery. The ascent to its summits, especially accessible from the western slope, offers a spectacular natural viewpoint over the valley of the Oja-Tirón river, with views that extend to the San Lorenzo peak. An ideal place to contemplate the essence of the Riojan landscape.
How to get there
By car: from Sajazarra, take the exit towards the vineyard area and follow the local route signposted as the ascent to Gembres; the municipal website itself indicates the hiking access from Sajazarra and the passage to the area of El Ternero.. Parking: no specific formal parking is described in the sources consulted; it is usual to leave the vehicle in Sajazarra or on the margins of the beginning of the route, without blocking agricultural roads. The official route up to Gembres is marked as a hiker's access from Sajazarra and the passage to the El Ternero area. Trail: the official route up to Gembres is circular, 12.49 km, 364 m of accumulated elevation gain and about 3 h 30 min; medium difficulty.. Footwear: hiking boots or sneakers with grippy soles, for stretches of trail and final ascent through natural terrain. Best season: spring and autumn. Best season: spring and autumn. Warnings: the itinerary runs through farms, vineyards and agricultural areas; respect closures, do not leave the paths and avoid days of intense heat or mud after rain.
Location
Peñas de Gembres
La Rioja
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