Camino a Quintana de las Viñas

Camino a Quintana de las Viñas is a long-distance hiking route in the province of Burgos, built around the Covarrubias ↔ Quintanilla de las Viñas connection, with the Sabinares de Arlanza–La Yecla area along the way. Expect a moderate hike with mostly gradual inclines and a total elevation gain in the ballpark of ~300–560 m.

On this route, Quintanilla de las Viñas functions as a key hub: the walk takes you to the Ermita de Santa María de Lara (a pre-Romanesque/Visigothic church dating to the 7th century) or passes nearby depending on the loop/variant you choose.

The route threads through protected landscape in the Arlanza river country, including juniper forests of the Sabinares de Arlanza. If you’re watching wildlife, griffon vultures are a notable possibility on the rocky escarpments along the Arlanza.

Mapped distance for this named route varies by the exact loop you run: plan ~10.3 km for a shorter circular option, and up to roughly 15–25 km for extended point-to-point/long-loop variants.

Time on feet is typically ~3 to 5+ hours, depending on which distance variant you select and your pace. The track is mapped as a hiking track (no night lighting indicated).

Season-wise, spring and autumn tend to offer the most comfortable conditions. In summer, plan for stronger sun exposure on longer stretches, and bring enough water; some sections are described as more exposed than sheltered forest paths.

More information: Visitor information, Ruta de Covarrubias, El Arlanza y Las Mamblas, Hermitage of Santa María de Lara