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1,228 inhabitants
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Province of Palencia
CYCLING
Much like Becerril de Campos, Baltanás will make its debut hosting a professional cycling event during La Vuelta Femenina 25 by Carrefour.es. With a stage held entirely within Palencia, the province will play an important part in the race.
CULTURE
Baltanás stands out for its impressive Barrio de las Bodegas, with over 370 underground wine cellars excavated over six levels. Declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 2016, this Historical Complex reflects the region’s winemaking tradition and is a symbol of the cultural heritage of the Cerrato Castellano.
SPORTS
There are several sports clubs that encourage the practice of sport in Baltanás. The Club Deportivo Atletismo del Cerrato and the Club Deportivo Fútbol Baltanás are among them.
GASTRONOMY
The gastronomy of Baltanás reflects the tradition of the Cerrato Castellano, with products such as the cerrateño cheese, which is renowned for its unique flavour.
FUN FACT
Over 374 underground wine cellars form part of the characteristic Barrio de las Bodegas in Baltanás.
PALENCIA PROVINCIAL COUNCIL
The Province of Palencia is a territory of contrasts, where history, culture and nature intertwine to offer a truly unique landscape. From Roman remains, to the splendour of Palencia’s Romanesque architecture, its architectural heritage and its natural surroundings make it an essential tourist destination for those who love history and rural tourism.
In 2020, La Vuelta visited Aguilar de Campoo, the epicentre of Romanesque art with an unparalleled monumental wealth including churches and monasteries that have stood the test of time, reflect centuries of Medieval splendour and have found an impressive ally in The Way of St. James.
Palencia is also a cyclotourism paradise, with routes that cross the historic Castile Channel and the Fuentes Carrionas y Fuente Cobre Natural Park. Following the visit of La Vuelta 20, the province will shine once again with its debut in La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es, showcasing its legacy and natural beauty to the world.
CYCLING
Having already hosted the men’s La Vuelta peloton on several occasions, the last time being in 2020, the Province of Palencia will make its debut in La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es in a spirited stage that will test the best rouleurs.
CULTURE
The Province of Palencia stands out for its cultural heritage, with monuments that reflect the region’s historical and architectural wealth, such as the Roman Villa of ‘La Olmeda’, Sarmiento Castle and the Church of San Martín de Tours (or Saint Martin of Tours) in Frómista.
SPORTS
Mountains, lakes, rivers, reservoirs, waterfalls, caves, plains and hills create an endless array of ideal landscapes in which to practice horse-riding, rock climbing, canoeing, or simply admire the fauna in the Province of Palencia.
GASTRONOMY
Palencia’s gastronomy stands out for the wealth and tradition of its most emblematic dishes, such as roast suckling lamb, olla ferroviaria (red bean and meat stew) and vegetable soup – all of which reflect the very essence of local cuisine. These delicacies are perfectly paired with the wines from the Cigales and Arlanza Designations of Origin.
FUN FACT
The Castile Channel flows for 207 kilometres, crossing the provinces of Palencia, Burgos and Valladolid.
