36.5 km | 9-12 hours | +592m / -351m
A UNESCO World Heritage city with the best-preserved Roman monuments in Spain, including a magnificent theatre, amphitheatre, and aqueduct. Founded as Emerita Augusta in 25 BC, it was the capital of Roman Lusitania.
A small Extremaduran town with a Visigothic basilica (Santa Lucia del Trampal), an albergue, and basic services. A long stage from Merida (36 km).
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