Stories that keep pedaling: news, events, and moments that bring cyclists, visitors, and devotees together in Dorleta.
A segment from the TV show features a visit to the Dorleta Shrine, where viewers can see the jerseys and memorabilia that cyclists have left there over the years. In the video, we see Ander González and Ibai Agirreurreta touring the interior of the sanctuary, showing some of the garments up close and explaining their significance in cycling. Some of the garments stand out because they were donated following important moments in the athletes’ careers. The video takes us through the interior of the sanctuary, where we can see jerseys from different eras, some belonging to very important cyclists. The content highlights how this place has become a landmark for cycling fans, where history, sport, and tradition come together. The presenters explain how the tradition has been kept alive for decades, thus turning the place into a small cycling museum.
An article proposing a circular route that begins near the Dorleta Sanctuary and winds through some of the most striking landscapes of the Upper Deba region; it includes practical information such as distance, elevation gain, and estimated travel time, as well as tips for completing the route safely. The route passes through forests, rural roads, and scenic viewpoints, offering a complete experience of nature and outdoor activity. It combines hiking and cycling, taking in natural lookouts and sites of historical significance. It also explains the origins of the cycling tradition associated with the sanctuary and how she came to be recognized as the patron saint of cyclists.
This article recounts the origins of the devotion to the Virgin of Dorleta as the patron saint of cyclists in Spain. It tells the story of how the Virgin was proclaimed the official patron saint of cyclists in Spain following a long and difficult process spearheaded by cycling enthusiasts and supported by religious institutions. It also criticizes the Tour de France route for overlooking this place, which is so important to cycling fans. It highlights the importance of the shrine as a gathering place for cyclists, as thousands of enthusiasts gather there each year, keeping the tradition alive.