The El Minchón river path is an easy route and suitable for anyone. It starts in the town of  Carrejo next to the water mill, and goes along the left side of the Saja River to the town of Ontoria. Throughout the route you can see harvesting fields, riverbank vegetation with willows and alder trees, native vegetation like oak and chestnut trees, and if you look south, you’ll see the Sierra del Escudo de Cabuérniga mountain range. Halfway through you’ll come across a footbridge that connects the municipalities Cabezón de la Sal and Mazcuerras. We recommend you go up and enjoy the views that both sides of the river   have to offer. Look carefully to see if you can spot any river inhabitants: grey herons, mallards, and trout! The journey continues to Ontoria, which is the end of the trail. Now all you have to do is return to Carrejo on the same path or through Cabezón de la Sal.

 A tip: if it’s summertime, take your swimsuit and towel and take a dip in the river!

Technical information and recommendations:

►  Starts and ends: Carrejo / Ontoria
►  Length: 3 km
► Duration: 1 h
► Level: easy
► Type of track: lineal
►  Incline: +14 m./ -14 m.
► Type of path: forest trail 
► Signpost: It´s marked as PR-S120 (white/yellow) although it´s not complete
? Drinking water: a fountain in Carrejo

Notes:

1. We recommend downloading the track of the route on your phone.
2. Wear good hiking shoes and take a walking stick.
3. Only leave your footprints on the ground: throw any trash you accumulate into the correct bin when you return.  
4. Live in harmony with the environment: observe animals from a distance and respect the plants. If you walk quietly you may find some pleasant surprises.
5.  At the footbridge, you can cross and visit the neighboring town of Mazcuerras and the recreational area in the forest

Download more information and track HERE

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