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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nIn short: this is Ojos Negros <\/h2>\n\n\n- Duration:<\/strong> 8 days \/ 7 nights <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Stages:<\/strong> 6 <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Level:<\/strong> intermediate <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Distance:<\/strong> approx. 280 km <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Elevation gain:<\/strong> approx. +1,800 m <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Provinces:<\/strong> Teruel, Castell\u00f3n, and Valencia <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Type:<\/strong> self-guided \/ tailor-made <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Best time to visit:<\/strong> March through December <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- End:<\/strong> Valencia<\/a><\/strong> + day trip to Parque Natural de la Albufera <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nWhy the Valencia Greenway is such a great combination (mountains and the sea) <\/h2>\n\n
Ojos Negros isn’t just a “from A to B” route. It\u2019s a journey where you truly see the landscape change. From the medieval charm of Albarrac\u00edn to the UNESCO-worthy Mud\u00e9jar architecture in Teruel. You\u2019ll cycle through the Sierra de Javalambre and past railway heritage sites (bridges, viaducts, and tunnels). You\u2019ll cycle through picturesque villages and nature parks (Sierra Espad\u00e1n and Sierra Calderona) until you suddenly catch a whiff of the Mediterranean Sea at Canet d\u2019en Berenguer. You\u2019ll end with a natural finale in Albufera: rice paddies, a lagoon, and sunsets. <\/p>\n\n
Highlights of Ojos Negros <\/h2>\n\n\n- Spain’s longest greenway (V\u00eda Verde Ojos Negros) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teruel: Mud\u00e9jar Art (UNESCO) + The Story of Los Amantes de Teruel <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Valencia: Historic Center + City of Arts and Sciences <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canet d\u2019en Berenguer: beach and promenade on the Mediterranean Sea <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- El Salto de la Novia (waterfall, approx. 60 m) near Navajas <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Navajas Elm (planted in 1636; Spain\u2019s Tree of the Year 2019, 3rd in Europe) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Truffle region around Sarri\u00f3n\/Albentosa (black truffle) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Astrotourism: Starry Skies Thanks to Low Light Pollution <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Additional route options: Greenway & Ruta del Cid & V\u00eda Churra & V\u00eda Augusta & Holy Grail Route <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
Day-by-day itinerary (8 days) <\/h2>\n\nDay 1: Arrival in Valencia & on to Albarrac\u00edn <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nStart off at a leisurely pace in Albarrac\u00edn, one of Spain\u2019s most beautiful villages: walled, medieval, and perfect for getting into the spirit of things. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Albarrac\u00edn <\/p>\n\n\n![\"Ojos](\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-08-30-at-9.32.31-AM.jpeg\" "\\"\\"")
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 2 (Stage 1): From Albarrac\u00edn to Teruel <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nYou\u2019ll cycle along quiet roads through Los Pinares de Rodeno (viewpoints, rock carvings) and follow the Guadalaviar and Turia rivers toward Teruel. There, you\u2019ll immerse yourself in the culture: the Escalinata Neomud\u00e9jar, the Torre del Salvador, the Plaza del T\u00f3rico, the Catedral de Santa Mar\u00eda de Mediavilla, the Puente de Piedra, and the Portal de San Roque. And, if you\u2019re lucky, truffles will be on the menu. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Civera (3*) with breakfast <\/p>\n\n
Day 3 (Stage 2): From Teruel to Estaci\u00f3n Mora <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough the Fuente Cerrada recreational area, you\u2019ll climb to Puerto de Escand\u00f3n and cross the Sierra Javalambre. Then come the iconic sections of the railroad: stone bridges, viaducts, and tunnels heading toward Mora. This is also the region with one of the largest black truffle productions. In the evening, this is the perfect spot for stargazing<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\nAccommodation (example): La Casa de la Estaci\u00f3n (Casa Rural) <\/p>\n\n\n![\"Ojos](\"https:\/\/naturetravellab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/CALLE-FLORES-CON-BICI.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
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<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 4 (Stage 3): from Estaci\u00f3n Mora to Segorbe<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\nMuch of today\u2019s route is a gradual descent. You\u2019ll pass through the Albentosa Tunnel and cross the greenway\u2019s highest viaduct, among other sights. Via El Palancar, you\u2019ll enter Castell\u00f3n and cycle past villages such as Barracas, Caudiel, J\u00e9rica, and Navajas. Be sure to make time for El Salto de la Novia and the famous elm tree in the village square. Then continue through the Sierra Calderona Nature Park to Segorbe. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Mar\u00eda de Luna <\/p>\n\n
Day 5 (Stage 4): from Segorbe to Canet d\u2019en Berenguer \/ Puerto de Sagunto <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough inland villages (including Algimia de Alfara, Torres-Torres, and Los Valles) nestled among orange groves and the landscape of a nature park. Reaching the sea here is truly a special moment: the Mediterranean Sea as a reward. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Bar\u00fa or Hotel Exe Puerto de Sagunto <\/p>\n\n
Day 6 (Stage 5): from Canet\/Puerto de Sagunto to Valencia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nVia the V\u00eda Churra and V\u00eda Augusta, you\u2019ll cycle along the coast and through the Valencian \u201chuerta.\u201d In Valencia, you can visit classic sights such as the Cathedral, the Tribunal de las Aguas, La Lonja, the Central Market, the Torres de Serranos, and the modern highlights at the City of Arts and Sciences. Also worth a visit: Turia Park (the old riverbed). <\/p>\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nWhy the Valencia Greenway is such a great combination (mountains and the sea) <\/h2>\n\n
Ojos Negros isn’t just a “from A to B” route. It\u2019s a journey where you truly see the landscape change. From the medieval charm of Albarrac\u00edn to the UNESCO-worthy Mud\u00e9jar architecture in Teruel. You\u2019ll cycle through the Sierra de Javalambre and past railway heritage sites (bridges, viaducts, and tunnels). You\u2019ll cycle through picturesque villages and nature parks (Sierra Espad\u00e1n and Sierra Calderona) until you suddenly catch a whiff of the Mediterranean Sea at Canet d\u2019en Berenguer. You\u2019ll end with a natural finale in Albufera: rice paddies, a lagoon, and sunsets. <\/p>\n\n
Highlights of Ojos Negros <\/h2>\n\n\n- Spain’s longest greenway (V\u00eda Verde Ojos Negros) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teruel: Mud\u00e9jar Art (UNESCO) + The Story of Los Amantes de Teruel <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Valencia: Historic Center + City of Arts and Sciences <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Canet d\u2019en Berenguer: beach and promenade on the Mediterranean Sea <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- El Salto de la Novia (waterfall, approx. 60 m) near Navajas <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Navajas Elm (planted in 1636; Spain\u2019s Tree of the Year 2019, 3rd in Europe) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Truffle region around Sarri\u00f3n\/Albentosa (black truffle) <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Astrotourism: Starry Skies Thanks to Low Light Pollution <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Additional route options: Greenway & Ruta del Cid & V\u00eda Churra & V\u00eda Augusta & Holy Grail Route <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
Day-by-day itinerary (8 days) <\/h2>\n\nDay 1: Arrival in Valencia & on to Albarrac\u00edn <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nStart off at a leisurely pace in Albarrac\u00edn, one of Spain\u2019s most beautiful villages: walled, medieval, and perfect for getting into the spirit of things. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Albarrac\u00edn <\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 2 (Stage 1): From Albarrac\u00edn to Teruel <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nYou\u2019ll cycle along quiet roads through Los Pinares de Rodeno (viewpoints, rock carvings) and follow the Guadalaviar and Turia rivers toward Teruel. There, you\u2019ll immerse yourself in the culture: the Escalinata Neomud\u00e9jar, the Torre del Salvador, the Plaza del T\u00f3rico, the Catedral de Santa Mar\u00eda de Mediavilla, the Puente de Piedra, and the Portal de San Roque. And, if you\u2019re lucky, truffles will be on the menu. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Civera (3*) with breakfast <\/p>\n\n
Day 3 (Stage 2): From Teruel to Estaci\u00f3n Mora <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough the Fuente Cerrada recreational area, you\u2019ll climb to Puerto de Escand\u00f3n and cross the Sierra Javalambre. Then come the iconic sections of the railroad: stone bridges, viaducts, and tunnels heading toward Mora. This is also the region with one of the largest black truffle productions. In the evening, this is the perfect spot for stargazing<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\nAccommodation (example): La Casa de la Estaci\u00f3n (Casa Rural) <\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 4 (Stage 3): from Estaci\u00f3n Mora to Segorbe<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\nMuch of today\u2019s route is a gradual descent. You\u2019ll pass through the Albentosa Tunnel and cross the greenway\u2019s highest viaduct, among other sights. Via El Palancar, you\u2019ll enter Castell\u00f3n and cycle past villages such as Barracas, Caudiel, J\u00e9rica, and Navajas. Be sure to make time for El Salto de la Novia and the famous elm tree in the village square. Then continue through the Sierra Calderona Nature Park to Segorbe. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Mar\u00eda de Luna <\/p>\n\n
Day 5 (Stage 4): from Segorbe to Canet d\u2019en Berenguer \/ Puerto de Sagunto <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough inland villages (including Algimia de Alfara, Torres-Torres, and Los Valles) nestled among orange groves and the landscape of a nature park. Reaching the sea here is truly a special moment: the Mediterranean Sea as a reward. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Bar\u00fa or Hotel Exe Puerto de Sagunto <\/p>\n\n
Day 6 (Stage 5): from Canet\/Puerto de Sagunto to Valencia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nVia the V\u00eda Churra and V\u00eda Augusta, you\u2019ll cycle along the coast and through the Valencian \u201chuerta.\u201d In Valencia, you can visit classic sights such as the Cathedral, the Tribunal de las Aguas, La Lonja, the Central Market, the Torres de Serranos, and the modern highlights at the City of Arts and Sciences. Also worth a visit: Turia Park (the old riverbed). <\/p>\n\n
Day-by-day itinerary (8 days) <\/h2>\n\nDay 1: Arrival in Valencia & on to Albarrac\u00edn <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nStart off at a leisurely pace in Albarrac\u00edn, one of Spain\u2019s most beautiful villages: walled, medieval, and perfect for getting into the spirit of things. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Albarrac\u00edn <\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 2 (Stage 1): From Albarrac\u00edn to Teruel <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nYou\u2019ll cycle along quiet roads through Los Pinares de Rodeno (viewpoints, rock carvings) and follow the Guadalaviar and Turia rivers toward Teruel. There, you\u2019ll immerse yourself in the culture: the Escalinata Neomud\u00e9jar, the Torre del Salvador, the Plaza del T\u00f3rico, the Catedral de Santa Mar\u00eda de Mediavilla, the Puente de Piedra, and the Portal de San Roque. And, if you\u2019re lucky, truffles will be on the menu. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Civera (3*) with breakfast <\/p>\n\n
Day 3 (Stage 2): From Teruel to Estaci\u00f3n Mora <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough the Fuente Cerrada recreational area, you\u2019ll climb to Puerto de Escand\u00f3n and cross the Sierra Javalambre. Then come the iconic sections of the railroad: stone bridges, viaducts, and tunnels heading toward Mora. This is also the region with one of the largest black truffle productions. In the evening, this is the perfect spot for stargazing<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\nAccommodation (example): La Casa de la Estaci\u00f3n (Casa Rural) <\/p>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 4 (Stage 3): from Estaci\u00f3n Mora to Segorbe<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\nMuch of today\u2019s route is a gradual descent. You\u2019ll pass through the Albentosa Tunnel and cross the greenway\u2019s highest viaduct, among other sights. Via El Palancar, you\u2019ll enter Castell\u00f3n and cycle past villages such as Barracas, Caudiel, J\u00e9rica, and Navajas. Be sure to make time for El Salto de la Novia and the famous elm tree in the village square. Then continue through the Sierra Calderona Nature Park to Segorbe. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Mar\u00eda de Luna <\/p>\n\n
Day 5 (Stage 4): from Segorbe to Canet d\u2019en Berenguer \/ Puerto de Sagunto <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nThrough inland villages (including Algimia de Alfara, Torres-Torres, and Los Valles) nestled among orange groves and the landscape of a nature park. Reaching the sea here is truly a special moment: the Mediterranean Sea as a reward. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight stay (example): Hotel Bar\u00fa or Hotel Exe Puerto de Sagunto <\/p>\n\n
Day 6 (Stage 5): from Canet\/Puerto de Sagunto to Valencia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\nVia the V\u00eda Churra and V\u00eda Augusta, you\u2019ll cycle along the coast and through the Valencian \u201chuerta.\u201d In Valencia, you can visit classic sights such as the Cathedral, the Tribunal de las Aguas, La Lonja, the Central Market, the Torres de Serranos, and the modern highlights at the City of Arts and Sciences. Also worth a visit: Turia Park (the old riverbed). <\/p>\n\n
Start off at a leisurely pace in Albarrac\u00edn, one of Spain\u2019s most beautiful villages: walled, medieval, and perfect for getting into the spirit of things. <\/p>\n\n
Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Albarrac\u00edn <\/p>\n\n You\u2019ll cycle along quiet roads through Los Pinares de Rodeno (viewpoints, rock carvings) and follow the Guadalaviar and Turia rivers toward Teruel. There, you\u2019ll immerse yourself in the culture: the Escalinata Neomud\u00e9jar, the Torre del Salvador, the Plaza del T\u00f3rico, the Catedral de Santa Mar\u00eda de Mediavilla, the Puente de Piedra, and the Portal de San Roque. And, if you\u2019re lucky, truffles will be on the menu. <\/p>\n\n Overnight stay (example): Hotel Civera (3*) with breakfast <\/p>\n\n Through the Fuente Cerrada recreational area, you\u2019ll climb to Puerto de Escand\u00f3n and cross the Sierra Javalambre. Then come the iconic sections of the railroad: stone bridges, viaducts, and tunnels heading toward Mora. This is also the region with one of the largest black truffle productions. In the evening, this is the perfect spot for stargazing<\/strong><\/a>. <\/p>\n\n Accommodation (example): La Casa de la Estaci\u00f3n (Casa Rural) <\/p>\n\n Much of today\u2019s route is a gradual descent. You\u2019ll pass through the Albentosa Tunnel and cross the greenway\u2019s highest viaduct, among other sights. Via El Palancar, you\u2019ll enter Castell\u00f3n and cycle past villages such as Barracas, Caudiel, J\u00e9rica, and Navajas. Be sure to make time for El Salto de la Novia and the famous elm tree in the village square. Then continue through the Sierra Calderona Nature Park to Segorbe. <\/p>\n\n Overnight Stay (example): Hotel Mar\u00eda de Luna <\/p>\n\n Through inland villages (including Algimia de Alfara, Torres-Torres, and Los Valles) nestled among orange groves and the landscape of a nature park. Reaching the sea here is truly a special moment: the Mediterranean Sea as a reward. <\/p>\n\n Overnight stay (example): Hotel Bar\u00fa or Hotel Exe Puerto de Sagunto <\/p>\n\n Via the V\u00eda Churra and V\u00eda Augusta, you\u2019ll cycle along the coast and through the Valencian \u201chuerta.\u201d In Valencia, you can visit classic sights such as the Cathedral, the Tribunal de las Aguas, La Lonja, the Central Market, the Torres de Serranos, and the modern highlights at the City of Arts and Sciences. Also worth a visit: Turia Park (the old riverbed). <\/p>\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 2 (Stage 1): From Albarrac\u00edn to Teruel <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Day 3 (Stage 2): From Teruel to Estaci\u00f3n Mora <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\nDay 4 (Stage 3): from Estaci\u00f3n Mora to Segorbe<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n
Day 5 (Stage 4): from Segorbe to Canet d\u2019en Berenguer \/ Puerto de Sagunto <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Day 6 (Stage 5): from Canet\/Puerto de Sagunto to Valencia <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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