PLASENCIA
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OVERVIEW
From July 1 to 8, 2023, during the 17th UECT European Cycle Tourism Week, cyclotourists from all over Europe will be welcomed in Plasencia, a city of 41,000 inhabitants (elevation 408 m) located in southwestern Spain, in Extremadura, and in the northern part of the province of Cáceres; The Portuguese border is only 90 km away, and Madrid is 250 km away.
The autonomous community of Extremadura is steeped in history, with monumental and artistic landmarks, some of which date back to Roman times
Plasencia is situated on the Ruta de la Plata and along the banks of the Jerte River; it is a city where the medieval past is still very much alive, as evidenced by its city walls and massive towers.
The pedestrian streets of the historic city center, lined with palaces and stately homes, will allow you to visit the Parador de Plasencia, the Plaza Mayor, and the two cathedrals: the Vieja and the Nueva.
CLIMATE
The climate is continental, with hot summers and average summer temperatures of around 26°C.
ORGANIZATION
In close collaboration with the UECT, the Spanish organizers from the FECT Cycling Tourism Federation and the Plasencia municipal government will welcome you at the “administrative” center, located in the El Berrocal building on Miguel de Unamuno Street (1 km from downtown), where the following will take place:
- registration,
- information desks,
- the UECT federal campground, divided into two separate areas for RVs/trailers and tents:
- the motorhome/trailer site, with 225 spots, is planned on the outskirts of the El Berrocal building (semi-grass surface on a grass-covered slab and asphalt),
- the tent camping site, with 54 sites, will be located on the outskirts of the El Berrocal building (grass and compacted earth).
- dining,
- recreational activities.
ROAD CYCLING ROUTES
The El Berrocal Exhibition Park will also serve as the start and finish point for various road cycling routes, with 50 - 80 - 120 km through mountainous terrain, with elevation gains suitable for all trained cyclists; routes at altitudes between 350 m and 600 m—please bring gear ratios suited to your individual goals. Route maps will be available on our website in mid-March 2023.
EXCURSIONS
For accompanying guests, the sightseeing program will focus exclusively on tourist attractions, led by French- and English-speaking guides.
If you would like additional information:
- regarding registration and the Federal
Camping organization: info@uect.org
responses in French/English - for general logistical arrangements in Plasencia
sect@plasencia.es (
responses in French, English, and Spanish)
Practical information
PROGRAM
We invite you to check out the organization’s final schedule (as of June 4, 2023).
WEATHER
VARIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS
Various Accommodations:
Are you looking for a place to stay in Plasencia and the surrounding area, such as hotels, apartments, group hostels, or guest rooms?
- Full details on the list of accommodations
UECT FEDERAL CAMPSITE
Located near downtown, the UECT Federal Campground will be divided into two separate areas for RVs/trailers and tents; RVs/trailers and tents cannot be mixed in the same area.
Location and capacity—all details HERE.
View the rules and regulations for the UECT Federal Campground.
Excursions
A sightseeing program in Extremadura, in the province of Cáceres, is available; see the program, which will allow you to explore a natural and historical environment designated as a World Heritage Site.
Meals
- Breakfast will be served from Saturday, July 1, to Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the Hotel Real—17 Avenida Salamenca, Plasencia—located 550 m from the El Berrocal campground. There is no limit on the number of people per reservation.
- Dinners will be served from Saturday, July 1, to Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the Hotel Real—17 Avenida Salamenca, Plasencia—located 550 m from the El Berrocal campground. There is no limit on the number of people who can make reservations.
- The closing dinner/gala will take place on Friday, July 7, 2023, at the Los Alamos restaurant on Av. Martin Palomino, 3.5 km from the El Berrocal campground—shuttle buses will be available; schedules and information are available at the information desk/reception. A reservation has been made for a maximum of 150 people.
Meal reservations must be made in advance exclusively via the online registration form.
Final road bike routes (June 4, 2023):
The following is planned:
- A 74-km discovery route on Saturday and a 55-km route on Sunday afternoon, with elevation gain suitable for any trained cyclist,
- Monday through Friday, with a choice of three routes each day: short (35/57 km), medium (55/78 km), and long (94/142 km), with varying elevation gains depending on the distance, but accessible to any trained cyclist.
We’ll be in a low-mountain region; the routes on paved roads will range in elevation from 212 m to 1,269 m. Be sure to bring gear ratios suited to your individual goals.
Some of these routes will offer the chance to “conquer mountain passes,” allowing everyone to add to their list of conquests—especially for members of the Club des 100 Cols.
Route details (km, elevation gain): DOWNLOAD route tracks (GPX, km...)
View route maps: - LONG - MEDIUM - SHORT
Download routes via QR code
Bike Rental
If you’d like to rent a bike: all the info HERE
If you’d like additional information:
- about registration and the federal
camp organizationinfo@uect.org
responses in French/English - about general logistics in Plasencia
sect@plasencia.es
responses in French/English/Spanish
The final program and bike routes will be posted on this page on June 4, 2023
We invite you to check this page periodically; various updates will be posted here regularly.