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ADESVAL ARJABOR The Extremadura Rural Development Network (REDEX) is a non- ADEME profit organisation composed of the 24 Local Action Groups of the TAGUS Autonomous Community of Extremadura. APRODERVI The Local Action Groups are regional non-profit associations in SIERRA DE ADICOMT SAN PEDRO which public and private entities are integrated to jointly work towards the LOS BALDÍOS social and economic development of their respective regions. ADISMONTA

REDEX's scope of activity includes development in rural ADECOM CEDER LÁCARA areas of Extremadura. Among the various tourism-related initiatives is the ADEVAG promotion of hiking, an activity that is constantly growing and is of great CEDER LA SERENA importance since its evolution from informal recreation to a key tourism FEDESIBA product with significant economic impact locally. ADERCO ZAFRA RÍO BODIÓN ADERSUR CAMPIÑA SUR

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COUNTRY WALKS Las 1. Castañar de los Ojestos. ...... Page 8-9 Hurdes  Valle del of Extremadura Trasierra Ambroz 2. Melero Meander. ...... Page 10-11 Tierras de  Œ Granadilla  3. Roman Silver Way. Trasierra–Tierras de Granadilla...... Page 12-13 Country Walks is a programme launched by the Sierra de Gata Ž Valle del 4. Castaños del Temblar. Valle del Ambroz...... Page 14-15 Extremadura Rural Development Network (REDEX) Valle del ‘ Campo 5. Garganta de los Infiernos (Gorge of Hell). ...... Page 16-17 for environmental and cultural stimulation and Alagón Arañuelo awareness, preferably for families and schools, 6. . La Vera...... Page 18-19 ’ Monfragüe y su ” through self-guided tours. With this programme, “ Entorno 7. Canchos de Ramiro. Valle del Alagón...... Page 20-21 we aim to encourage visitors to admire and • Tajo-Salor-Almonte 8. Villa del Arco. Monfragüe y su Entorno...... Page 22-23 appreciate our natural and cultural environments Sierra de San Villuercas Pedro - 9. Senda de los Frailes. Campo Arañuelo...... Page 24-25 while strolling through these stunning landscapes Ibores Los Baldíos Jara 10. Balcón del Mundo (Balcony of the World). Tajo - Salor- Almonte...... Page 26-27 rich in history and nature. 12 14 13 11. Santa Lucía del Trampal. Sierra de Montánchez y Tamuja...... Page 28-29 Through our Country Walks, we propose an Sierra de Miajadas Montánchez Trujillo 12. Lagares and Serranías. Miajadas – Trujillo...... Page 30-31 activity where children, as well as adults, can have y Tamuja La Siberia 13. Desfiladero del Ruecas. Villuercas Ibores Jara...... Page 32-33 fun while exercising. 17 These short and easily accessible routes can be 14. Molino de la Negra. - Los Baldíos...... Page 34-35 15 16 enjoyed by everyone and are specially designed for Lácara Vegas Altas 15. The Cornalvo Reservoir. Lácara...... Page 36-37 families, where their cultural and/or natural value del 16. Metellinum. Vegas Altas del Guadiana...... Page 38-39 takes precedence. These characteristics also make La Serena Sierra Grande 17. The Castle of . La Siberia...... Page 40-41 them excellent resources for school activities. 20 18 18. Sierra de Alor. Olivenza...... Page 42-43 Each of these 24 Country Walks is unique for its 19 Olivenza 22 19. Sierra de Hornachos. Sierra Grande – Tierra de Barros...... Page. 44-45 environmental, scenic and cultural wealth. 20. Sierra de Palanque mountains. La Serena...... Page 46-47 Zafra 21 Río Bodión Campiña Sur 21. Ruta del Temple. ...... Page 48-49 Sierra Suroeste 22. Ducado de Feria. Zafra – Río Bodión...... Page 50-51 Tentudía 24 23. Monastery of Tentudía. Tentudía...... Page 52-53 23 24. Virgen del Ara. Campiña Sur...... Page 54-55 TIME TO PLAN AND START YOUR COUNTRY WALK PLEASE NOTE THESE RECOMMENDATIONS WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW, USE AND CARRY GOOD PRACTICES DURING YOUR WALK

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More information: senderismo.redex.org Emergencies (S.O.S.): 112 The Country Walk “Castañar de los Ojestos” has an Please note: extraordinary wealth of natural beauty and heritage as it “CASTAÑAR DE LOS OJESTOS” SIERRA DE GATA covers two important locations of the Sierra de Gata region: MIDE the Castañar de los Ojestos and the city centre of San Martín de Trevejo. Castañar de los Ojestos, considered one of the best 1 1 2 2 chestnut groves of the , is included in the Network of Protected Natural Areas of Extremadura in the category of Veteran Tree for its extraordinary environmental Severity of environment: and conservation value. 1. The environment is not On the other hand, the route also covers San Martín de risk free. Trevejo, classified as a Cultural Heritage Site under the How easy is the route category of Historic-Artistic Complex owing to its well- preserved architecture and its distinctive streets with water to follow: running through them. 1. Paths and junctions The tour begins by the fountain at the end of the Entrada well signed. del Fuerte street, from where you will proceed on the Camino Difficulty of terrain: del Convento towards the Convento de San Miguel (Convent of 2 Bridleways and well St. Michael), the present-day hotel Hospedería Conventual Sierra de Gata, the Ermita de la Cruz Bendita (Holy Cross made footpaths. Chapel) and the Molino de Frailes mill. From this mill, follow the route towards the Castañar de los Ojestos. Amount of effort required: The tour ends after crossing some of the most emblematic 2 From 1 to 3 hours of streets and points of interest in San Martín, such as the continuous walking. Ciudad street or the Plaza Mayor. Another important heritage that you can appreciate is “A Type of route: Fala”, the language spoken in the three towns of Cáceres that Circular route. form the valley of or valley of Jálama and classified as Cultural Heritage. Distance: 5,6 Km. Arroyo del Tacón Time: 1 h 53 min. Unevennes: 155 m.

Track: Map legend Start - End Civil monument Walk Religious monument Local road network Singular street Path Outstanding tree Tourist information 8 Path 9 El Melero Meander, formed by the course of Please note: Alagón river near Riomalo de Abajo, is described by “MELERO MEANDER” LAS HURDES many travel magazines as one of the most beautiful and MIDE RÍO ALAGÓN fascinating locations in the geography of . Sotoserrano The route runs along the path that gives access to this meander, especially famous for the spectacular 1 1 1 2 panoramic view from its viewpoint, known as La Antigua. From this point, the visitor has the Severity of environment: opportunity to enjoy the typical rugged landscape of 1. The environment is not risk free. Las Hurdes. The well-signposted path to the meander starts How easy is the route RÍO ALAGÓN from the natural pool of Riomalo de Abajo, a great place RÍO to follow: for swimming in the Ladrillar river. It is a short tour, a 1. Paths and junctions round trip of just over five kilometres, and the SA-225 well signed. abundant vegetation by the ascending road makes it Difficulty of terrain: quite enjoyable. The panoramic view from the viewpoint Piscina 1. Easy walking. natural is one of breathtaking beauty. It is a spectacular sight MEANDRO DEL MELERO in any season of the year. Amount of effort required: 2 From 1 to 3 hours of EX-204 continuous walking. RIOMALO DE ABAJO Mirador de La Antigua Type of route: Return trip. Distance: 6 Km. Time: 2:00 hours. Unevennes: 146 m.

Map legend Track: Walk Start - End Panoramic views Secondary road Interesting landscape network Bathing area 10 Path 11 This Walk covers the Roman Silver Way amid the Please note: scenic “dehesas” or pastures of oaks and holm “ROMAN SILVER WAY” TRASIERRA-TIERRAS DE GRANADILLA oaks and finally ends in the Roman city of Cáparra. MIDE It is a very comfortable route extending evenly on a straight course. You will be walking on a path of great cultural and 1 1 1 3 anthropological importance when combined with the tour of Vía de la Plata route, the Way of Saint James Severity of environment: and the Cañada Soriana Occidental (drovers' road). 1. The environment is not risk free. Our itinerary passes between stone walls. After an hour and a half of walking, the route forks, the Cañada How easy is the route Soriana Occidental turns to the right, and your journey to follow: continues straight ahead. The track becomes narrow 1. Paths and junctions near the Roman city of Cáparra. well signed. Once in Cáparra, you can marvel at this magnificent Difficulty of terrain: archaeological site, declared a Cultural Heritage Site. 1. Easy walking. We recommend first visiting the Interpretation Centre to delve into the history of the city and then completing the tour by visiting the site. Amount of effort required: The beautiful and unique tetrapylon or four-faced 2 From 3 to 6 hours arch is the main highlight of this place and you can also of continuous walking. observe the remains of cobblestones of the Via de la Plata (Silver Way), the baths, the Roman forum, the Type of route: amphitheatre and the defensive walls. Return trip. Distance: 7 Km. Time: 4:00 hours. Unevennes: 30 m.

Map legend Track: Walk Start - End Engineering monuments Roman road Museum Archaeological zone Local road network CI 12 Path 13 The final destination of this Country Walk is the Please note: Castaños del Temblar, a natural area formed by five 100- “CASTAÑOS DEL TEMBLAR” VALLE DEL AMBROZ year-old chestnut trees located in an old farm near the MIDE Arroyo del Temblar. It is a short and easy round trip, although it has a Piscina natural certain degree of slope. 1 1 1 2 During this tour, the visitor can enjoy excellent views of the as well as the chestnut and oak Severity of environment: forests. 1. The environment is not The route begins at the plaza of Verraco de Segura risk free. de Toro, a Celtic stone bull located in the centre of the town. How easy is the route Once at the Arroyo del Temblar, ascend a few metres to follow: along this until you reach an area protected by a wooden 1. Paths and junctions fence. Five magnificent chestnut trees, known as Castaños well signed. del Temblar, aged 500 to 800 years, stand tall on the Difficulty of terrain: terraces at different heights and are classified as Veteran 1. Easy walking. Trees. Each tree has a name and its own identity. The most important one is situated on the lower part and is called Amount of effort required: “El Hondonero”, followed by the “Castaño del Arroyo”. 2. From 3 to 6 hours Slightly farther than these are “El Bronco”, “El Retorcío” of continuous walking. and, on the highest part of this farm, “El Menuero”. If it is summer, you can conclude the activity by going Type of route: for a swim in the natural pool of nearby. Return trip. Distance: 4 Km. CASTAÑOS DEL TEMBLAR Time: 1 h 30 min. Unevennes: 189 m. Map legend Interesting landscape Castle Walk Track: Path Outstanding tree Bathing area Local road network Path Religious monument Monument 14 Start - End 15 Discovering one of the most important natural Please note: treasures of the Jerte Valley is the objective of this “GORGE OF HELL” VALLE DEL JERTE Country Walk within the Nature Reserve Garganta de MIDE los Infiernos (Gorge of Hell). JERTE Los Pilones are a series of spectacular Puente Nuevo potholes—giant's kettles—excavated in the bed of the 2 1 2 2 Garganta de los Infiernos by the force of water that have converted into excellent natural pools. Ávila Severity of environment: It is a low difficulty route and the round trip is 2. More than 1 about 6 km, which can be covered on foot in Arroyo de risk factor. los tres Cerros approximately two hours. It is well signposted. How easy is the route The Ruta de los Pilones trail begins at the to follow: Interpretation Centre of the Nature Reserve of the 1. Paths and junctions Garganta through a signposted path that ascends well signed. between oak groves along the right slope of the gorge. Garganta del Collado de las Yeguas Difficulty of terrain: This trail offers stunning views and from a viewpoint, Río Jerte 2 Bridleways and well before reaching Los Pilones, you can observe a Garganta de made footpaths. splendid image of this location. los Infiernos The route leads up to the Puente Nuevo from Amount of effort required: where you can head back along the same path. N-110 LOS PILONES 2. From 3 to 6 hours CENTRO DE INTERPRETACIÓN of continuous walking. DE LA GARGANTA DE LOS INFIERNOS Type of route: Return trip. Arroyo Riscoencinoso Distance: 6,5 Km. Plasencia Time: 2 h 30 min. Unevennes: 337 m.

Track: Map legend Recreational area Walk National road network Start - End Bathing area Path Interesting landscape Environmental education 16 Path 17 This route has extraordinary wealth in terms of Please note: heritage and history. It covers the city centre of “MONASTERY OF YUSTE” LA VERA , declared a Historic-Artistic Complex, MIDE and the complex formed by the Monastery of Yuste and the Palace of Charles V, declared European Heritage and Monument. 1 1 2 2 The most important point of the route is the Royal Site of the Monastery of Saint Jerome of Yuste, Severity of environment: historical and cultural icon of Spain and Europe for 1. The environment is being chosen by Emperor Charles V to spend the final not risk free. days of his life—this is where he drew his last breath How easy is the route on September 21, 1558. To this end, the “Royal Quarter” to follow: or Palace of Charles V was built close to the monastery, 1. Paths and junctions next to the main altar of the church and composed of well signed. two floors with four rooms each. Difficulty of terrain: The monastic complex, on the other hand, is formed 2 Bridleways and well by the church and two cloisters, one Gothic and the made footpaths. other new cloister from the 16th century. Another point of interest on this route is the city Amount of effort required: centre of Cuacos de Yuste where you will cross its 2. From 3 to 6 hours typical streets and its main monuments. of continuous walking. Situated between these two points is the unique “Cementerio alemán” (German Cemetery), a war grave Type of route: of German soldiers who died in Spain during World War Circular route. I and World War II. Distance: 5,4 Km. Time: 2:00 hours. Unevennes: 218 m.

Map legend Start - End Civil monument Track: Walk Religious monument Singular street Local road network Path Environmental education 18 Path 19 The route is quite enjoyable and a simple stroll that Please note: will allow you to visit one of the most interesting river “CANCHOS DE RAMIRO” VALLE DEL ALAGÓN landscapes of Extremadura: Canchos de Ramiro, the heart MIDE of the Alagón Valley region. CACHORRILLA Aula de la Naturaleza The proposed route is a 10-km-long round trip and Coria - Torrejoncillo can be easily completed in half a day. Accessing the 1 1 1 3 Canchos is quite simple. You just have to take the Ermita del signposted road—called Camino del Chorrillo—that Arroyo del Cristo Severity of environment: RÍO ALAGÓN starts from the Ermita del Cristo (Christ Chapel), located Arroyo de Calvario 1. The environment is 200 metres from the city centre of Cachorrilla along the María Aceite not risk free. Carretera de Ceclavín road. Arroyo del How easy is the route Along the trail, you will cross four different Cerro to follow: ecosystems: “dehesa” or pasture, Mediterranean forest, 1. Paths and junctions riverbank and rocky area, where it is possible to observe Arroyo de la Higuera well signed. numerous bird species, such as griffon vulture, Eurasian Arroyo de black vulture, short-toed eagle, golden eagle, booted EMBALSE DE Difficulty of terrain: la Tallisca eagle, Egyptian vulture, black stork, Eurasian eagle-owl, JOSÉ Mª ORIOL 1. Easy walking. peregrine falcon, common buzzard, red kite, black kite, Arroyo de ALCÁNTARA II Eurasian hoopoe and Eurasian crag martin. The floral Vanluengo CC-70 diversity, too, is quite remarkable and you will often find Amount of effort required: yourself in areas shaded by arbutus, flax-leaved daphne, Ceclavín 3. From 3 to 6 hours laurustinus, honeysuckle, myrtle and mastic trees. Casa Ramiro of continuous walking The final part of the Canchos de Ramiro is truly RÍO ÁRRAGO spectacular and consists of a porthole formed by a Type of route: quartzite cliff that offers passage to the Alagón river, RÍO ALAGÓN Return trip. which receives the water from its main affluent, the Arroyo de Distance: 10 Km. Árrago river, flowing from the Sierra de Gata nearby. la Hueca MIRADOR Time: 4:00 hours. Portilla Unevennes: 114 m.

Map legend Start - End Bird observatory Track: Walk Religious monument Recreational area Local road network Path Interesting landscape Panoramic views 20 Path 21 The Villa del Arco or El Arquillo in the municipality of Please note: Cañaveral is a neighbourhood that ceased to be an “VILLA DEL ARCO” MONFRAGÜE Y SU ENTORNO independent municipality in 1968. Situated in the southern MIDE foothills of the Sierra de Arco, it was once almost entirely Iglesia de la abandoned and has been rehabilitated in the recent years. Asunción El Arquillo offers rich traditional architecture in an VILLA DEL Pilón 1 1 1 2 excellent state of conservation and just a stroll through DEL ARCO Iglesia de la its streets takes us back in time to its rural past. Also, it Fuente de Severity of environment: Asunción la rosa has several springs and fountains, always overflowing with Olmo 1. The environment is water, and the remains of a gigantic 500-year-old elm Plaza del not risk free. tree. At the top of this village is one of its most important Álamo How easy is the route buildings: the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. VILLA to follow: The efforts for the restoration of this small village DEL ARCO 1. Paths and junctions were rewarded with the ADENEX 2012 Award for their well signed. contribution to the conservation of nature and cultural heritage. The Villa has an Association of Friends of Villa del Difficulty of terrain: Arco that works towards the conservation and CC-40 1. Easy walking. rehabilitation of the locality, considered one of the most Teatro de la beautiful in Extremadura. consolación In 2015, the project for the restoration of the Alamo Amount of effort required: plaza and the irrigation canals was selected for the 2. From 1 to 3 hours “sustainable municipality” award by the UNESCO office in Ermita de of continuous walking. CC-40 San Roque Cáceres. Arroyo de The village is surrounded by a charming landscape and la Canaleja CAÑAVERAL Type of route: enjoys stunning views of the Llanos de Cáceres plains and Arroyo de Return trip. the Alcántara dam. las Juntas Iglesia de N-630 Distance: 6,4 Km. Santa Marina Time: 2:00 hours. Unevennes: 112 m.

Outstanding tree Map legend Path Track: Path Interesting landscape Walk Alternative walk Start - End Emergencies National road network i Religious monument Water source 22 Local road network 23 The “Senda de los Frailes” trail will take you through Please note: one of the most beautiful settings in the Campo Arañuelo “SENDA DE LOS FRAILES” CAMPO ARAÑUELO region, known for its rich landscapes, its cultural heritage MIDE and panoramic views of , the plain of that Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol area and the Valdecañas reservoir. A5 Casas de Belvís The route begins and ends next to the old Convento de 1 Castillo 1 1 1 Santa Ana (Convent of St. Anne), also known as Henera de Palacio BELVÍS DE Santa Ana. The two main landmarks of the route are: MONROY Severity of environment: Ÿ The Convent of Francisco del Berrocal, constructed in 1. The environment is Arroyo del 1505, which enjoys an excellent location protected Henera o not risk free. from the northern winds and situated close to a Campillo Convento de How easy is the route stream and other sources that ensure constant Santa Ana CC-80 availability of water. It is quite famous because this is to follow: where the 12 friars who were responsible for the 1. Paths and junctions evangelisation of New Mexico in 1524, known as “The well signed. Twelve Apostles of Mexico or New Mexico”, came Difficulty of terrain: from. CC-144 1. Easy walking. Ÿ Chapel of Nuestra Señora del Berrocal, a 15th- century building that received numerous renovations until the 18th century. Outside the building, the most Amount of effort required: outstanding feature is the huge sculpture of a friar 1. Less than one hour and the magnificent panoramic views of the of continuous walking. Valdecañas reservoir and Las Villuercas. Once the Walk is completed, you can take the Type of route: opportunity to appreciate the rich historic-artistic Circular route. heritage of the Belvís de Monroy town, especially its Distance: 3 Km. Castle-Palace. Convento de Ermita del Time: 1:00 hours. San Francisco Berrocal Unevennes: 27 m.

Start - End Recreational area Map legend Track: Religious monument Tourist information Walk Alternative walk Panoramic views Bathing area Local road network 24 Path Castle 25 With this Country Walk, we propose a tour of the Please note: main monuments and sites of the historical complex of “BALCONY OF THE WORLD” TAJO - SALOR - ALMONTE Alcántara and its surrounding areas. MIDE The tour begins at the Arco de la Concepción and proceeds towards the Convent of San Benito, Casa de Puente 1 1 1 2 la Clavería, Hospital de la Piedad, the Interpretation Romano EX-117 Centre of the Tagus International Nature Reserve, the church of Almocóvar, the church and monument of San Convento Severity of environment: Comendadoras 1. The environment is Pedro de Alcántara, the Convent of las Comendadoras Templo Iglesia San Pedro de Alcántara not risk free. and the Church of the Encarnación. From this last RÍO TAJO Romano point, descend towards the Roman temple and bridge. Conventual How easy is the route Iglesia de de San Benito After admiring the extraordinary Roman bridge, Almocóvar to follow: begin your ascent to see the Balcón del Mundo 1. Paths and junctions (Balcony of the World) where you can enjoy spectacular well signed. Baluarte de San Juan Arco de la panoramic views of the Tagus river, the Roman bridge Baluarte de Los Clérigos Palacio Concepción Difficulty of terrain: and the Alcántara dam. Roco-Campofrío Baluarte de 1. Easy walking. Next, head back to the town of Alcántara, crossing Baluarte de Paniagua its fortified stronghold, one of the largest fortified la Cruz precincts in Extremadura. Until your final destination, Amount of effort required: in this new urban area, you can observe the Topete- ALCÁNTARA 2. From 1 to 3 hours Balcón del Mundo Escobar Palace, Mansion of the Marquises of of continuous walking. Torreorgaz, Mansion of the Roco-Campofrío, Chapel of the Encarnación and the Chapel of San Antón, finishing EX-117 Type of route: the tour at the Arco de la Concepción. Circular route. Fuerte de Distance: 6,2 Km. San Pedro Cáceres Time: 3:00 hours. Unevennes: 143 m. Religious monument Path Map legend Track: Path Bastion/walls Walk Alternative walk Engineering monuments Civil monument Basic road network Panoramic views 26 Start - End Tourist information 27 The main attraction of this route is the visit to the Please note: Basilica of Santa Lucía del Trampal and its interpretation “SANTA LUCÍA DEL TRAMPAL” SIERRA DE MONTÁNCHEZ Y TAMUJA centre. MIDE Start your Walk at the Avenida de la Constitución Park and proceed towards Plaza de España. From this plaza, Regato de continue on Fuente del Castaño street that will take you 1 1 1 3 directly to the route of Santa Lucía del Trampal. About 3 Regato del Valhondo kilometres down the route, you will find the Interpretation Caño Centre and, just a little farther, the Basilica of Santa Lucía Severity of environment: del Trampal, nestled in the gorgeous foothills of the Sierra 1. The environment is del Centinela. not risk free. This basilica is one of the finest examples of the How easy is the route Visigothic architecture in Spain and is declared a Cultural Centro de Interpretación CI to follow: Heritage Site. It is a 17th-century Visigothic monastic de la Basílica de Santa Lucía 1. Paths and junctions church with three naves, a transept and three independent Santa Lucía well signed. apses. Various archaeological remains indicate that this del Trampal place was extensively used before the arrival of Visigoths. Difficulty of terrain: 1. Easy walking. At the interpretation centre, you can find detailed Iglesia de la Fuente del information on the basilica, its history and its surrounding Asunción Trampal areas. The route leads to the Fuente del Trampal. The Amount of effort required: abundant water from this spring was used to water a 3. From 3 to 6 hours meadow especially dedicated to orange trees, now Montánchez ALCUÉSCAR of continuous walking. abandoned. Today, this place gives us a sense of the agricultural, livestock and natural wealth that these areas Type of route: must have possessed in ancient times. Return trip. Along the way, you will be able to admire a magnificent EX-382 Distance: 10 Km. landscape composed of cork oaks, holm oaks and olive trees. A 66 Cáceres Time: 4:00 hours. Mérida Unevennes: 45 m. Map legend Track: Walk Start - End Water source Local road network Religious monument CI Museum Path 28 Path 29 This Walk takes you into the fields of Madroñera Please note: village, where you will find an excellent Mediterranean “LAGARES AND SERRANÍAS” MIAJADAS-TRUJILLO forest and picturesque views of the Trujillo peneplain, Las MIDE

Villuercas and the Cerro de Pedro Gómez hill. Aldeacentenera The “Lagares and Serranías” Country Walk is well signposted and runs along the SL-CC 249 hiking trail. CC-101 1 1 1 2 The route starts from the Plaza del Rollo where a Ermita Nueva 16th-century “picota”—a column usually made of stone de la Virgen Severity of environment: with a cross or a ball on its capital—popularly known as de Soterraña 1. The environment is “Mona del Rollo”, still stands tall in the centre. In the same not risk free. plaza, you can observe the “Casa Palacio de los Santa Cruz” mansion with its Renaissance facade and a coat of arms. How easy is the route As you go higher on the route towards the olive Mona del Rollo to follow: groves, you will be able to enjoy extraordinary views of the o picota 1. Paths and junctions Madroñera city, the Trujillo peneplain and the town of well signed. Iglesia de Trujillo. From the location known as Dehesa del Aguijal, you la Concepción Difficulty of terrain: will be able to see a fascinating image of the Sierra de las 1. Easy walking. Villuercas mountain range. About 7.5 km from the initial point, near an old barrack, MADROÑERA Ermita de la Virgen de you can appreciate some spectacular views of the Cerro de Amount of effort required: Soterraña Pedro Gómez mountain (1,002 metres) and its slopes packed 2. From 1 to 3 hours with oak trees. This panoramic view reveals how the CC-35 of continuous walking. vegetation is distributed on different levels according to the height: holm oaks and thickets occupy the lower part, Arroyo de Trujillo Type of route: whereas the highest part is dominated by an oak grove. Guadalupe Hornillo Circular route. The tour ends at the beautiful and unique Plaza del Rollo, the starting point of the Walk. Distance: 9,7 Km. Time: 3:00 hours. Garciaz Unevennes: 245 m.

Track: Civil monument Map legend Path Walk Path Panoramic views Alternative walk 30 Start - End Religious monument Local road network 31 The Ruecas river runs embedded in a deep gorge Please note: flanked by the tall quartzite ridges of the surrounding “DESFILADERO DEL RUECAS” VILLUERCAS IBORES JARA mountains. It is a natural encasing caused by the constant MIDE carving of the river on a long tectonic fault. Embalse Cancho del Fresno The Desfiladero de Ruecas gorge is one of the many Presa Cancho Presa de Cancho del Fresno Geosites of the Villuercas Ibores Jara Geopark. del Fresno 1 1 2 2 The proposed tour is suitable for everyone as it is quite simple and offers other important attractions such Río Ruecas Severity of environment: as a visit to the Chiquita Cave or Álvarez Cave, a 1. The environment is prehistoric sanctuary of schematic rock art, and the not risk free. Charco de la Nutria, one of the most beautiful locations in Charco de How easy is the route Las Villuercas. Cueva de la Nutria Piscina natural The starting point of the route is located close to the Álvarez to follow: Road EX102, together with a set of various information 1. Paths and junctions panels that coincide with the beginning of the famous Desfiladero del well signed. route “Ruta de Isabel La Católica” (PR-CC 242). Descend Centro de Interpretación Molino de Río Ruecas Difficulty of terrain: towards the channel of Arroyo de Valbellido surrounded de la ZEPA “Sierra de las Barbellido 2. Bridleways and by cork oaks, Pyrenean oaks and cypresses. You will then Villuercas y Valle del Guadarranque well made footpaths. arrive at Laguna del Molino where you will find a EX-102 recreational area at the banks of the Ruecas river and Guadalupe Amount of effort required: the Molino de Valbellido mill which still preserves the 2. From 1 to 3 hours original machinery inside. Follow the route towards the of continuous walking. natural pool and the Charco de la Nutria. On the way back, you can visit the Chiquita Cave or Álvarez Cave nearby. Type of route: An interesting alternative is to climb up to the Return trip. “Cancho del Fresno” dam along the “Ruta de Isabel la Piscina Católica” route. municipal CAÑAMERO Distance: 3 Km.

Arroyo del Barbellido Logrosán Time: 1 h 30 hours. Berzocana CC-21.3 Unevennes: 66 m. Map legend Civil monument Recreational area Walk Track: Alternative walk Reservoir Environmental education Basic road network Path Interesting landscape Bathing area Local road network Panoramic views 32 Start - End Cave 33 It is a circular route that starts and ends in Valencia de Please note: Alcántara and has a diversion halfway that leads to the “MOLINO DE LA NEGRA” SIERRA DE SAN PEDRO-LOS BALDÍOS Molino de la Negra, the southern limit of the Tagus MIDE International Nature Reserve. It is a very comfortable route as it goes through a wide track which is in fairly good Changarrilla condition, except for the round trip to the Molino de la 1 1 1 3 Negra that involves a certain degree of slope and in which the track turns into an alley. Severity of environment: It passes through an area where the granite batholith Dolmen Lancha II 1. The environment is of the Valencia de Alcántara countryside appears at not risk free. numerous spots, resulting in a very distinctive landscape Dolmen Lancha I dotted with cork oaks and Pyrenean oaks. This is further PORTUGAL How easy is the route enhanced by a magnificent gallery forest of the Miera river to follow: and the Sever river, where the remains of the Molino de la 1. Paths and junctions Negra mill can be observed and where alders and ash trees well signed. abound, along with lush riparian vegetation. What truly Difficulty of terrain: makes this location exceptional is the presence of some Dolmen Regato de VALENCIA DE ALCÁNTARA 1. Easy walking. scarce species of our fauna, such as the Iberian emerald El Corchero lizard, otter and, found in abundance until recently, the la Judería Dolmen Huerta Regato Peje white-clawed crayfish. You can also observe numerous Río Sever de las Monjas Amount of effort required: forest and riparian bird species such as grey wagtail, 3. From 3 to 6 hours Eurasian kingfisher and Eurasian golden oriole. Cáceres of continuous walking. Another great attraction of this route is its fascinating megalithic heritage. It passes very close to the of Regato Caparrosa David the Lanchas, Changarrilla, El Corchero, Huerta de las Monjas N-521 Type of route: Circular route. and the Tapada del Anta, which is 200 metres from the Dolmen Tapada del Anta route and is one of the largest that can be seen in the Distance: 16 Km. region. MOLINO DE Time: 4:00 hours. LA NEGRA Regato de PORTUGAL la Miera Unevennes: 92 m.

Civil monument Track: Map legend Castle Walk Path Collection of historic buildings National road network Path 34 Local road network Railroad Archaeological zone 35 We invite you to take a stroll through a unique space Please note: where nature and history have lived together for centuries. “THE CORNALVO RESERVOIR” LÁCARA Above all, the Cornalvo Nature Reserve is an excellent MIDE example of a well-preserved “dehesa” or pasture, with a smooth and slightly undulating orography—very pleasant for walking. 1 1 1 2 This “Country Walk” runs along a road around the Cornalvo Reservoir, coinciding with the Ruta Azul route of the Reserve. You will begin the Walk next to the Roman dam and its Severity of environment: water catchment tower, used to supply water to the city of 1. The environment is Emerita Augusta (present-day Mérida), which continues to be not risk free. in use today. Its name originated in the Roman era when they How easy is the route called it Cornus Albus (white horn) since they saw it as horn- to follow: shaped and because of the white colour of its waters. The 1. Paths and junctions dam is 20 metres high and almost 200 metres long, built with well signed. large granite ashlars reinforced with mortar. Arroyo de Along this Walk, you can spot various water birds, such as Borbollón Difficulty of terrain: the great crested grebe, the little grebe, ducks, seagulls, 1. Easy walking. herons, vultures, kites and the black stork. On the river banks: Carretera lesser whitethroats, nightingales and melodious warblers, de Trujillanos among others. Amount of effort required: As for the vegetation in the area, the most prominent 2. From 1 to 3 hours examples are the pasture formations, holm oak and cork oak of continuous walking. forests and thickets, such as rock roses, heather, bushes and Presa romana EMBALSE DE CORNALVO Retama broom. de Cornalvo Before starting the Walk, we recommend visiting the Type of route: Interpretation Centre of the Nature Reserve located in Circular route. Trujillanos. Distance: 6 Km.

Trujillanos Time: 2:00 hours. Unevennes: 10 m.

Map legend Track: Walk Path Start - End Local road network Path Civil monument

36 37 This Country Walk takes you to Medellín, one of the most Please note: famous towns of great historical significance in Extremadura “METELLINUM” VEGAS ALTAS DEL GUADIANA as it is home to important archaeological remains, structures MIDE and monuments of exceptional artistic value. Medellín was founded by the Roman consul Quintus Caecilius Metellus Pius under the name of Metellinum in 79 BC. 1 1 2 2 Start your journey at the plaza of the Town Hall that features a Torre del Reloj (Clock Tower) and the statue of Hernán Cortés. From here, you will proceed to the 13th- Severity of environment: 1. The environment is century Iglesia de Santiango (St. James' Church) which houses BA-142 the Interpretation Centre of the Archaeology Park of EX-206 not risk free. Medellín. How easy is the route Next to this, you will find the Roman theatre of Medellín. to follow: This monument is quite grandiose and in an excellent state of 1. Paths and junctions conservation. It could once host up to 3,200 spectators. Castillo well signed. The next landmark is the magnificent castle called Castillo Iglesia de San Martín de Medellín which offers the best panoramic views of Medellín Puente de los Austrias Teatro Romano Difficulty of terrain: and Las Vegas del Guadiana region. Following this, you will pass Iglesia de Portacaeli CI 2. Bridleways and by the Church of St Martin and the ruins of Portacaeli. Santiago well made footpaths. When leaving the town, you will cross the splendid 17th- Iglesia Santa Cecilia Estatua de Hernán Cortés century bridge Puente de los Austrias. It is 400 metres long Río Guadiana Torre del Reloj Amount of effort required: and has a series of 20 arches. In its centre, there is a small 2. From 1 to 3 hours temple bearing the Austrian coat of arms and an inscription of continuous walking. alluding to its construction during the reign of King Philip IV. MEDELLÍN After crossing the bridge, you will enter the irrigated BA-090 fields, widely spread across the region, and walk along the Type of route: Guadiana river. The last milestone will be the Gothic-style Circular route. Iglesia de Santa Cecilia (St Cecilia's Church). Distance: 7,5 Km.

BA-088 Time: 2 h 30 min. Unevennes: 73 m. Map legend Civil monument Walk Track: Start - End Archaeological zone Local road network Secondary road network Religious monument CI Museum Path 38 Path Castle Panoramic views 39 This Country Walk offers an opportunity to visit to Please note: the main attractions of the city of Herrera del Duque. “THE CASTLE OF HERRERA DEL DUQUE” LA SIBERIA Starting your journey from the Plaza de Toros, MIDE proceed to the picturesque Real street, followed by the Plaza de toros Convent of la Concepción. Palacio de la From there, walk towards the Sierra del Chamorro 2 cultura N-502 2 1 2 mountains and the Castle of Herrera del Duque. The castle sits atop the live rock acquiring an Severity of environment: octagonal layout to adapt to the morphology of the BA-138 2. More than terrain. Its external stonework is especially remarkable C/ Real 1 risk factor. with its solid masonry, a 15-metres-tall and about 4- HERRERA DEL DUQUE Convento Franciscano metres-thick structure. de la Purísima Concepción How easy is the route You can enjoy spectacular views of Herrera del Duque Plaza de España to follow: and La Siberia region from the castle. 1. Paths and junctions The great wealth of its fauna and the landscapes well signed. make this Country Walk even more delightful. Iglesia de Difficulty of terrain: From the castle, head back to the Herrera where you San Juan Bautista 2. Bridleways and can visit the Iglesia de San Juan Bautista (St. John the well made footpaths. Baptist's Church) and the Plaza de España. Continue your walk through Altozano, a very popular neighbourhood, Amount of effort required: until you reach the Town Hall, proceed on La Carrera 2. From 1 to 3 hours street and head towards the cultural centre Palacio de la of continuous walking. Cultura. For the children, once the tour is over, we recommend CASTILLO Type of route: a visit to the Félix Rodríguez de la Fuente Park, where Circular route. they can observe animals in a semi-natural environment, such as white-tailed deer, red deer, and roe deer. Distance: 8 Km. Time: 3:00 hours. Unevennes: 280 m.

Start - End Panoramic views Map legend Track: Walk Religious monument Civil monument National road network Path Singular street Castle 40 Path 41 Situated 6 kilometres away from Olivenza is the Sierra Please note: de Alor, close to the town of San Jorge de Alor, that has “SIERRA DE ALOR” OLIVENZA been declared a Special Area of Conservation (ZEC) owing MIDE to its great ecological significance and a good state of conservation. The itinerary that we have created includes numerous 1 1 2 2 attractions (viewpoints, small huts, springs, the refuge of the bandit Diego Corrientes, etc.). Several interpretive Severity of environment: panels along this Country Walk describe their BA-103 1. The environment is environmental significance and rich heritage. not risk free. Depending on the time of the year, you can observe some of the natural wonders of this area, such as the How easy is the route orchids and the peonies—also known as “Rosa de to follow: Fuente Val 1. Paths and junctions Alejandría” or “Rosa de los Montes”. The best time to walk Refugio del Bandolero Do Gral well signed. down this route would be from mid-March to the end of Diego Corrientes SAN JORGE DE ALOR May. Difficulty of terrain: Taking the exit towards the esplanade of the cemetery SIERRA DE ALOR 2. Bridleways and of San Jorge de Alor, you will find yourself surrounded by well made footpaths. olive groves on both sides of the trail. As you move forward, you will be able to see the lovely orchids and peonies. Once Amount of effort required: at the viewpoints of the Sierra de Alor, you can enjoy the Horno de Cal 2. From 1 to 3 hours splendid views and observe a wide variety of birds, plant Torre mirador of continuous walking. species, etc. Continue on the route to arrive at the beautiful Type of route: Fuente de Val do Gral spring. The final visit will be the last Return trip. refuge of Diego Corrientes, a bandit who was generous to Chozos y merendero the poor and was captured in 1781 in the surrounding areas. Distance: 12 Km. Mirador Time: 3:00 hours. Unevennes: 286 m.

Start - End Civil monument Map legend Track: Walk Panoramic views Interesting landscape Local road network Path Recreational area 42 Path 43 Hornachos has two prominent features that you will Please note: discover with this Country Walk: its Mudéjar and Moorish “SIERRA DE HORNACHOS” SIERRA GRANDE - TIERRA DE BARROS legacy and its natural and scenic wealth. MIDE Starting from the Plaza de España, the route takes you to the Gothic-style Iglesia de la Purísima (Immaculate Valle de Los Corrales Conception's Church), a Mudéjar work par excellence in the 2 2 entire province of . 1 2 On your way to the Sierra de Hornachos mountain range, SIERRA GRANDE DE HORNACHOS you can visit El Pósito, an old mosque which currently houses Severity of environment: the Interpretation Centre of the Moorish Culture. 2. More than Going up the Valley of los Cristianos through the Senda 1 risk factor. Moruna path, you will reach the Castillo de Hornachos castle Valle de Los Moros that offers excellent panoramic views. How easy is the route After this, move towards the Sierra de Hornachos, home PEÑON DEL CARRASCAL to follow: to a wide variety of flora and fauna and declared Area of Fuente de 1. Paths and junctions Regional Interest (ZIR), Site of Community Importance (LIC) Pilar de Palomas los Moros well signed. and Special Protection Area for Birds (ZEPA). Here, you can see holm oaks, cork oaks, kermes oaks, rock roses, junipers, Difficulty of terrain: 2. Bridleways and Retama broom, arbutus, thyme and rosemary. Its diverse fauna Pósito y C.I. exceeds 220 vertebrate species that include raptors, such as de la Cultura well made footpaths. the Bonelli's eagle, Iberian imperial eagle, golden eagle, griffon Morisca Castillo vulture and black stork. Amount of effort required: The route will then take you along the rocky area of CI 2. From 1 to 3 hours “Peñón del Carrascal” from where you can enjoy the views of Valle de los Cristianos of continuous walking. “Valle de Los Corraletes” valley with the Pico Hornachos peak HORNACHOS in the background. Iglesia de la Purísima Fuente de los Cristianos Type of route: Descending from the Los Moros valley, you will walk by Circular route. the Fuente de los Moros and the Pilar de Palomas observing a Convento de San Francisco beautiful aqueduct and the Coat of arms of Charles V. Distance: 7 Km. Pilar de los 4 Caños Time: 2 h 30 min. Unevennes: 329 m.

Map legend Start - End Museum CI Track: Walk Panoramic views Civil monument Local road network Path Religious monument Castle 44 Path 45 This “Country Walk” runs between the Please note: municipalities of Peñalsordo and Capilla, through the “SIERRA DE PALENQUE MOUNTAINS” LA SERENA Sierra del Palenque mountains, combining cultural MIDE heritage, history, nature and landscapes. This route is Museo de la EX-323 marked with the PR-52-BA sign (Peñón de Pez Trail). Octava del Corpus CAPILLA Ermita del Castillo 1 1 2 3 The starting point of this route is the “Octava del CI Santo Cristo Iglesia de Corpus” Museum in Peñalsordo, dedicated to the PEÑALSORDO Santiago Apóstol Severity of environment: festival of the same name and declared a Site of Iglesia Antigua Regional and National Tourist Interest. Continuing on 1. The environment the journey, proceed towards the Castillo de Capilla is not risk free. castle through the Umbría del Pez, where you will walk How easy is the route along the highest peak of the mountain range, the to follow: Peñón del Pez. The majestic castle offers spectacular 1. Paths and junctions views of La Serena Reservoir and the town of Capilla. well signed. Following this, walk to the town of Capilla where Difficulty of terrain: you can visit the Mudéjar-style of Santiago Apóstol 2. Bridleways and (St. James the Apostle's church), which has been well made footpaths. declared a Historic-Artistic Monument. SIERRA DE PALENQUE Río Zújar Proceed towards the Sierra de Palanque Amount of effort required: mountains through the Vereda de la Hornía path. Here, 3. From 3 to 6 hours you can see traditional orchards, rock roses, junipers, of continuous walking. cork oaks, lentisks and holm oaks, along with all kinds of fauna that accompany this type of vegetation. EX-323 Type of route: The tour concludes in the town of Peñalsordo. Circular route. Distance: 11,14 Km.

Embalse de Time: 4:00 hours. la Serena Unevennes: 300 m.

Map legend Track: Start - End Castle Walk Local road network Religious monument CI Museum Path La Serena Panoramic views 46 Centro de Desarrollo Rural Path 47 Our “Ruta del Temple” Country Walk will allow you to Please note: delve into the history and heritage of , “RUTA DEL TEMPLE” SIERRA SUROESTE a city with some of the best monuments in Extremadura. MIDE The route starts next to the Ciudad Deportiva. After entering the historic centre through the Puerta de Burgos, you will cross important points of interest, such as the Iglesia 1 1 1 3 de San Bartolomé (St. Bartholomew's Church), the Casa Plaza de Museo Vasco Núñez De Balboa museum, the Iglesia de San toros EX-112 Severity of environment: Miguel (St. Michael's Church), the Plaza de España, the Arte 1. The environment Sacro (religious art) museum and the Iglesia de Santa Catalina JEREZ DE LOS CABALLEROS (Church of St. Catharine). We recommend checking the Iglesia de is not risk free. San Bartolomé opening hours of each of these before starting your journey. Casa Museo How easy is the route Moving on from the city centre, take the path that leads Vasco Nuñez to follow: Puerta de Burgos to La Albuera Reservoir, where you can admire the gorgeous de Balboa CI 1. Paths and junctions landscapes of the area, dotted with the small cultivation Museo de Arte Sacro Iglesia de San Miguel well signed. fields of the residents and the Refugio de los Pescadores. Iglesia de CI Alcazaba y Head back to the town to take the Ruta Templaria Santa Catalina Difficulty of terrain: fortaleza templaria (Templar Route), crossing the Santa Lucía Park, the Iglesia de 1. Easy walking. Santa María (St. Mary's Church), followed by the Alcazaba and Iglesia de Fortaleza Templaría fortifications, where you can see the Santa María castle's outstanding keep, known as Torre del Homenaje or N-435 Amount of effort required: Torre Sangrienta. Head back to the starting point through Pantano de 3. From 3 to 6 hours the Arco de Burgos. Just before reaching the final la Albuera of continuous walking. destination, you can slightly deviate from the route and observe the Plaza de Toros. Type of route: The entire Walk is marked by numerous stately mansions N-435 Circular route. and palaces. The defensive wall of Jerez will be an almost constant companion during this Country Walk. Distance: 9 Km. Time: 3:00 hours. Unevennes: 173 m. Civil monument Map legend Path Track: Walls Walk Railroad National road network Start - End Recreational area Basic road network Religious monument Museum 48 Path CI 49 The Country Walk “Ducado de Feria” runs mostly through Please note: the town of Feria, declared a Historic-Artistic Complex. “DUCADO DE FERIA” ZAFRA - RÍO BODIÓN One of the most important points of this route would be MIDE its Castillo or castle, winner of the “best corner of Extremadura 2017” title, where you can visit the BA-071 Interpretation Centre of the Señorío de Feria and enjoy the CI 1 1 1 2 magnificent panoramic views of the former Señorío de los Feria. Castillo CI. Severity of environment: This Country Walk begins at Plaza Porticada next to the Señoría de Feria 1. The environment Town Council and the Iglesia de San Bartolomé (St. Casa del Concejo is not risk free. Bartholomew's Church), and proceeds towards the castle by Rincón de la Cruz the Mesones street, where you will find the Rincón de la Cruz Ermita de la How easy is the route Iglesia de San Bartolomé (Corner of the Cross). On the way, you will cross the Ermita de Candelaria to follow: Plaza Porticada la Candelaria chapel on your left. Casa Museo CI 1. Paths and junctions The Castle of Feria was built in 1460 by Don Lorenzo de la Cruz well signed. Suárez de Figueroa (the first Count of Feria). The 40- metres-tall and 18-square-metres-wide keep, known as FERIA Difficulty of terrain: Torre del Homenaje, is the most prominent structure of this 1. Easy walking. location. It is a Gothic-style military tower that features interestingly rounded corners. It is divided into four parts with Gothic windows, a Gothic-style entrance door and is Ermita de los Amount of effort required: influenced by the Portuguese Manueline style, where the Mártires 2. From 1 to 3 hours Coat of Arms of the House of Feria, the fig leaf, can be seen. of continuous walking. After visiting the castle along with its Interpretation Centre and admiring the panoramic views, descend towards Type of route: the town centre of Feria, surrounded by charming olive Circular route. groves, and cross the Chapel of the Martyrs to finish the BA-030 journey at Plaza Porticada. Distance: 4 Km. Time: 2:00 hours. Unevennes: 144 m.

Religious monument Map legend Start - End Track: Civil monument Walk Castle Local road network Singular street Path CI Museum Panoramic views 50 Path 51 This “Country Walk” is designed to be completed Please note: only one way as the route is quite long. However, the “MONASTERY OF TENTUDÍA” TENDUDÍA experienced or physically trained individuals can MIDE A-66 complete the round trip as it is a comfortable route. N-630 The journey starts at the Museum of the Jamón Embalse de Ibérico of Monesterio, where you can learn more Tentudía Iglesia de 1 1 1 3 about this emblematic product of the town. San Pedro EX-103 Next, stroll through the typical streets of the Severity of environment: town until you reach the 15th-century Iglesia de San 1. The environment is not risk free. Pedro (St. Peter's Church). While walking in the direction of the Monastery of How easy is the route CI Tentudía, leaving the town behind, you will observe a EX-103 to follow: rather diverse landscape: “dehesas” or pastures of Museo del 1. Paths and junctions Jamón holm oak and cork oak mainly intended for pig farming; well signed. and woods such as olive groves, fig orchard, almond Difficulty of terrain: orchard, vineyards etc. You can also see coniferous 1. Easy walking. forests and reforestation, combined with the BA-039 indigenous Pyrenean oak forests. During the entire stretch between the town and Amount of effort required: the Monastery, you will be able to enjoy the unmatched 3. From 3 to 6 hours views of the Sierra de Tentudía mountain range. of continuous walking.

Monasterio Type of route: de Tentudía Return trip. Distance: 10 Km. Time: 2 h 50 min. Unevennes: 384 m.

Map legend Museum Path CI Track: Walk National road network Path Panoramic views Secondary road network Local road network Start - End Religious monument 52 53 The Chapel of Virgen del Ara is located in the foothills of Please note: mountain range, by the Sierra de la Jayona “VIRGEN DEL ARA” CAMPIÑA SUR mountains, in a location of great scenic and historical value. MIDE The construction of the sanctuary dates back to the 14th century and it is adorned with a beautiful Mudéjar EX-200 arcade and a bell gable. It has a single-nave interior, covered 1 1 1 2 with a barrel vault. The main highlight are the extraordinary Iglesia de la wall paintings from various eras that decorate the entire Asunción nave, the high altar and the shrine, which is why it is known as Severity of environment: the “Sistine Chapel” of Extremadura. These paintings are FUENTE DEL 1. The environment what make this holy place truly unique. ARCO is not risk free. The starting point of this walk is next to the Iglesia de la How easy is the route Asunción church in Fuente del Arco. to follow: Throughout the tour, you can enjoy the picturesque 1. Paths and junctions landscapes of this area, such as its endless valleys and the well signed. mountains silhouetted on the horizon. Landscapes—dotted by the “dehesas” or pastures, olive groves and Difficulty of terrain: SIERRA DEL VIENTO Mediterranean scrub—of the northern foothills of Sierra 1. Easy walking. Morena mountain range that contrast with the vast grain- producing plains of the neighbouring town of Campiña, located further north. Amount of effort required: A rather diverse fauna can be observed throughout the 2. From 1 to 3 hours tour, such as the European jackdaw, spotless starling, red- SIERRA MORENA of continuous walking. billed chough, Eurasian eagle-owl, short-toed eagle and the Ermita de la black stork. Virgen del Ara Please bear in mind that some distance will have to be Type of route: covered along the main road and, therefore, you must be Return trip. extra cautious with the children. Distance: 11 Km.

Mina La Jayona Time: 3:00 hours. Unevennes: 382 m. Map legend Track: Walk Secondary road network Start - End Recreational area Local road network Path Religious monument Interesting landscape 54 Path 55 Notes:

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