Jogging

Alberche Greenway

website: website: website: website: website: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: NOT KNOWN Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: NOT KNOWN Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: NOT KNOWN NOT KNOWN NOT KNOWN NOT KNOWN NOT KNOWN additional resources gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: It is one of the best routes for ease in the Madrid Region and for going permanently next to the water. It is a beautiful route, with water present all the way and with many bridges to cross. There are bridges and tunnels. It is one of the best routes for ease in the Madrid Region and for going permanently next to the water. It is a beautiful route, with water present all the way and with many bridges to cross. There are bridges and tunnels. It is one of the best routes for ease in the Madrid Region and for going permanently next to the water. It is a beautiful route, with water present all the way and with many bridges to cross. There are bridges and tunnels. Total distance: 14038 mTotal climbing: 377 mTotal descent: -378 m Total distance: 14038 m Total distance: 14038 m Total climbing: 377 m Total climbing: 377 m Total descent: -378 m Total descent: -378 m Point of interest: Picada Water Reservoir Intermodality: Car park available at the start of the path Point of interest: Picada Water Reservoir Intermodality: Car park available at the start of the path Point of interest: Picada Water Reservoir Point of interest: Intermodality: Car park available at the start of the path Intermodality Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: walking, running, cycling, horse riding, suitable for kids. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: walking, running, cycling, horse riding, suitable for kids. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: walking, running, cycling, horse riding, suitable for kids. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: w alking, running, cycling, horse riding, suitable for kids. Potential users could be pedestrians, hikers, runners, horse riders. There are no plans for transforming this abandoned railway into a greenway. Potential users could be pedestrians, hikers, runners, horse riders. There are no plans for transforming this abandoned railway into a greenway. Potential users could be pedestrians, hikers, runners, horse riders. Potential users could be pedestrians, hikers, runners, horse riders. There are no plans for transforming this abandoned railway into a greenway. There are no plans for transforming this abandoned railway into a greenway.

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Old canal of Estremera

website: website: website: website: website: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities Irrigation Community of the Estremera Canal & Tagus Hydrographic Confederation, Local municipalities gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: Flat territory which mainly runs alongside the old Estremera canal. It crosses the municipalities of Villamanrique de Tajo y Fuentidueña de Tajo. In some parts, users need to cross motorised roads. Flat territory which mainly runs alongside the old Estremera canal. It crosses the municipalities of Villamanrique de Tajo y Fuentidueña de Tajo. In some parts, users need to cross motorised roads. Flat territory which mainly runs alongside the old Estremera canal. It crosses the municipalities of Villamanrique de Tajo y Fuentidueña de Tajo. In some parts, users need to cross motorised roads. Total distance: 42503 mTotal climbing: 507 mTotal descent: -525 m Total distance: 42503 m Total distance: 42503 m Total climbing: 507 m Total climbing: 507 m / Total descent: -525 m Total descent: -525 m Points of interests: Piquillos Castle, Panoramic Viewpoint, Salobre Fountain, Cave Houses, Canal Aqueduct, Valdehondillo Stream, Castillejo Hill, Panoramic View of the Tagus, Irrigated Crops. Very close connection with the Tagus Nature Trail (Camino Natural del Tajo). Connection with Greenway: Tren de los 40 días Greenway and Tajuña Greenway. There are several usable tunnels are preserved in the Municipality of Estremera for the old 40-day train. Points of interests: Piquillos Castle, Panoramic Viewpoint, Salobre Fountain, Cave Houses, Canal Aqueduct, Valdehondillo Stream, Castillejo Hill, Panoramic View of the Tagus, Irrigated Crops. Very close connection with the Tagus Nature Trail (Camino Natural del Tajo). Connection with Greenway: Tren de los 40 días Greenway and Tajuña Greenway. There are several usable tunnels are preserved in the Municipality of Estremera for the old 40-day train. Points of interests: Piquillos Castle, Panoramic Viewpoint, Salobre Fountain, Cave Houses, Canal Aqueduct, Valdehondillo Stream, Castillejo Hill, Panoramic View of the Tagus, Irrigated Crops. Very close connection with the Tagus Nature Trail (Camino Natural del Tajo). Points of interests: Connection with Greenway: Tren de los 40 días Greenway and Tajuña Greenway. There are several usable tunnels are preserved in the Municipality of Estremera for the old 40-day train. Connection with Greenway: . Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: running, walking, hiking, cycling. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: running, walking, hiking, cycling. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: running, walking, hiking, cycling. Considering the characteristics, the main activities are: r unning, walking, hiking, cycling. The potential users are pedestrians, reduced mobility persons, bikes, horse riders, runners. The potential users are pedestrians, reduced mobility persons, bikes, horse riders, runners. The potential users are pedestrians, reduced mobility persons, bikes, horse riders, runners. The potential users are pedestrians, reduced mobility persons, bikes, horse riders, runners. Regarding the public-private projects to transform this old irrigation canal into a Greenway, the transformation works were carried out years ago as a bicycle-pedestrian path, related to the modernization plan for the irrigable area, but it is in poor condition and without maintenance.  There is an existing short itinerary already along a small section of the route called Ruta Norte del Tajo y Canal de Estremera (North Route of the Tajo and Estremera Canal), where people mainly hike. Regarding the public-private projects to transform this old irrigation canal into a Greenway, the transformation works were carried out years ago as a bicycle-pedestrian path, related to the modernization plan for the irrigable area, but it is in poor condition and without maintenance.  There is an existing short itinerary already along a small section of the route called Ruta Norte del Tajo y Canal de Estremera (North Route of the Tajo and Estremera Canal), where people mainly hike. Regarding the public-private projects to transform this old irrigation canal into a Greenway, the transformation works were carried out years ago as a bicycle-pedestrian path, related to the modernization plan for the irrigable area, but it is in poor condition and without maintenance.  There is an existing short itinerary already along a small section of the route called Ruta Norte del Tajo y Canal de Estremera (North Route of the Tajo and Estremera Canal), where people mainly hike.  

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Agrinio – Kryoneri (western Greece)

website: / website: / website: website: website: website: website: / / / / / Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: These railways  started to be built in the late 19th century and officially suspended in 1980. The buildings, facilities and all rails were abandoned while some of the stations were demolished in order to build other public buildings (e.g. schools). Most of the railway heritage was destroyed and vandalized throughout the time.  At the moment, the trails are abandoned, moved and/or destroyed. In some parts the rails have been moved away and used for other purposes (e.g. roads). As it can be seen from the photos, the rails go through residential areas, near houses and other buildings while crossing roads and rural roads.  These railways  started to be built in the late 19th century and officially suspended in 1980. The buildings, facilities and all rails were abandoned while some of the stations were demolished in order to build other public buildings (e.g. schools). Most of the railway heritage was destroyed and vandalized throughout the time.  At the moment, the trails are abandoned, moved and/or destroyed. In some parts the rails have been moved away and used for other purposes (e.g. roads). As it can be seen from the photos, the rails go through residential areas, near houses and other buildings while crossing roads and rural roads.  These railways  started to be built in the late 19th century and officially suspended in 1980. The buildings, facilities and all rails were abandoned while some of the stations were demolished in order to build other public buildings (e.g. schools). Most of the railway heritage was destroyed and vandalized throughout the time.  At the moment, the trails are abandoned, moved and/or destroyed. In some parts the rails have been moved away and used for other purposes (e.g. roads). As it can be seen from the photos, the rails go through residential areas, near houses and other buildings while crossing roads and rural roads.  These railways  started to be built in the late 19th century and officially suspended in 1980. The buildings, facilities and all rails were abandoned while some of the stations were demolished in order to build other public buildings (e.g. schools). Most of the railway heritage was destroyed and vandalized throughout the time.  At the moment, the trails are abandoned, moved and/or destroyed. In some parts the rails have been moved away and used for other purposes (e.g. roads). As it can be seen from the photos, the rails go through residential areas, near houses and other buildings while crossing roads and rural roads.  Total distance: 60806 mTotal climbing: 319 mTotal descent: -251 m Total distance: 60806 m Total distance: 60806 m Total climbing: 319 m Total climbing: 319 m Total descent: -251 m Total descent: -251 m These railways are totally destroyed. There are few points of interest in the area since the trails goes through the natural landscapes and small villages as well as connect the biggest cities of the region of Aitoloakarnania – Messologgi and Agrinio. The  trails lie near Acheloos river as well as the lake Trichonida with high visiting potentials. Additionally, the area has interesting monuments with archeological interest such as “The ancient theater of Kalydon” and the “Ancient Theater of New Pleuron”. The area also has regional buses which connect the region with the country’s biggest cities and it is worth mentioning that it’s near the Ionian sea, an area with high visitation rate. These railways are totally destroyed. There are few points of interest in the area since the trails goes through the natural landscapes and small villages as well as connect the biggest cities of the region of Aitoloakarnania – Messologgi and Agrinio. The  trails lie near Acheloos river as well as the lake Trichonida with high visiting potentials. Additionally, the area has interesting monuments with archeological interest such as “The ancient theater of Kalydon” and the “Ancient Theater of New Pleuron”. The area also has regional buses which connect the region with the country’s biggest cities and it is worth mentioning that it’s near the Ionian sea, an area with high visitation rate. These railways are totally destroyed. There are few points of interest in the area since the trails goes through the natural landscapes and small villages as well as connect the biggest cities of the region of Aitoloakarnania – Messologgi and Agrinio. The  trails lie near Acheloos river as well as the lake Trichonida with high visiting potentials. Additionally, the area has interesting monuments with archeological interest such as “The ancient theater of Kalydon” and the “Ancient Theater of New Pleuron”. The area also has regional buses which connect the region with the country’s biggest cities and it is worth mentioning that it’s near the Ionian sea, an area with high visitation rate. recommended you read The area is completely rural and it offers nice landscapes. The potential greenway goes through small towns which give the opportunity to the visitors to use public transportation as a starting point. The potential greenway would be a good option for biking, running and walking. Additionally any outdoor activities can be implemented in the different areas. The area is completely rural and it offers nice landscapes. The potential greenway goes through small towns which give the opportunity to the visitors to use public transportation as a starting point. The potential greenway would be a good option for biking, running and walking. Additionally any outdoor activities can be implemented in the different areas. The area is completely rural and it offers nice landscapes. The potential greenway goes through small towns which give the opportunity to the visitors to use public transportation as a starting point. The potential greenway would be a good option for biking, running and walking. Additionally any outdoor activities can be implemented in

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Nestos Rodopi trail

website: / website: / website: website: website: website: website: / / / / / Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: Owner/holder of the abandoned railway: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: gpx file: This potential Greenway is in the old railways of North Greece that connected Stavroupoli and Kromiko. This part goes in parallel with the railways and Nestos River and passes through the abandoned village of Kromiko. Additionally, the railway passes from Stavroupoli bridge and several tunnels. In this path there are also abandoned stations such as Livera, Kromiko, and others that are important cultural heritage buildings. This potential Greenway is in the old railways of North Greece that connected Stavroupoli and Kromiko. This part goes in parallel with the railways and Nestos River and passes through the abandoned village of Kromiko. Additionally, the railway passes from Stavroupoli bridge and several tunnels. In this path there are also abandoned stations such as Livera, Kromiko, and others that are important cultural heritage buildings. This potential Greenway is in the old railways of North Greece that connected Stavroupoli and Kromiko. This part goes in parallel with the railways and Nestos River and passes through the abandoned village of Kromiko. Additionally, the railway passes from Stavroupoli bridge and several tunnels. In this path there are also abandoned stations such as Livera, Kromiko, and others that are important cultural heritage buildings. This potential Greenway is in the old railways of North Greece that connected Stavroupoli and Kromiko. This part goes in parallel with the railways and Nestos River and passes through the abandoned village of Kromiko. Additionally, the railway passes from Stavroupoli bridge and several tunnels. In this path there are also abandoned stations such as Livera, Kromiko, and others that are important cultural heritage buildings. Total distance: 6405 mTotal climbing: 288 mTotal descent: -335 m Total distance: 6405 m Total distance: 6405 m Total climbing: 288 m Total climbing: 288 m Total descent: -335 m Total descent: -335 m why not find out more Stavroupoli has a folklore museum, a Macedonian Tomb, and some cafes where visitors can enjoy their walks. Additionally, the area is important for its nature. There is a Wild Bird Observatory in Saint Tomas, Waterfalls while there are several viewpoints for observation and great views. As for sports, the river offers a lot of opportunities for watersports while there are facilities near Galini that visitors can rent equipment. There are several bus and train stations in the area since there are big cities nearby: Xanthi (around 14klm from Galini), Komotini (60klm) and Kavala (40 klm). On the other hand, at the moment the trains in the north part of the country are under suspension so visitors can travel only via bus. Stavroupoli has a folklore museum, a Macedonian Tomb, and some cafes where visitors can enjoy their walks. Additionally, the area is important for its nature. There is a Wild Bird Observatory in Saint Tomas, Waterfalls while there are several viewpoints for observation and great views. As for sports, the river offers a lot of opportunities for watersports while there are facilities near Galini that visitors can rent equipment. There are several bus and train stations in the area since there are big cities nearby: Xanthi (around 14klm from Galini), Komotini (60klm) and Kavala (40 klm). On the other hand, at the moment the trains in the north part of the country are under suspension so visitors can travel only via bus. Stavroupoli has a folklore museum, a Macedonian Tomb, and some cafes where visitors can enjoy their walks. Additionally, the area is important for its nature. There is a Wild Bird Observatory in Saint Tomas, Waterfalls while there are several viewpoints for observation and great views. As for sports, the river offers a lot of opportunities for watersports while there are facilities near Galini that visitors can rent equipment. There are several bus and train stations in the area since there are big cities nearby: Xanthi (around 14klm from Galini), Komotini (60klm) and Kavala (40 klm). On the other hand, at the moment the trains in the north part of the country are under suspension so visitors can travel only via bus. Stavroupoli has a folklore museum, a Macedonian Tomb, and some cafes where visitors can enjoy their walks. Additionally, the area is important for its nature. There is a Wild Bird Observatory in Saint Tomas, Waterfalls while there are several viewpoints for observation and great views. As for sports, the river offers a lot of opportunities for watersports while there are facilities near Galini that visitors can rent equipment. There are several bus and train stations in the area since there are big cities nearby: Xanthi (around 14klm from Galini), Komotini (60klm) and Kavala (40 klm). On the other hand, at the moment the trains in the north part of the country are under suspension so visitors can travel only via bus. The nearby area is known for its beauty and landscapes. There are several voices that underline the importance of the buildings and the heritage of the railways since it has a monumental value, expressing history and folk heritage. As explained before there are several areas to visit and enjoy nature such as the observatory of wild birds. Additionally, the area is offered for watersports in the river, for walking, hiking and trekking on several paths. The nearby area is known for its beauty and landscapes. There are several voices that underline the importance of the buildings and the heritage of the railways since it has a monumental value, expressing history and folk heritage. As explained before there are several areas to visit and enjoy nature such as the observatory of wild birds. Additionally, the area is offered for watersports in the river, for walking, hiking and trekking on several paths. The nearby area is known for its beauty and landscapes. There are several voices that underline the

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