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Tierras de Granadilla
The Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla district, made up of 15 towns, is
crossed from north to south by the A-66 motorway, the old Vía de la
Plata or Silver Way. The district is home to three completely different
environments: the mountainous north is nestled in Las Hurdes;
the soaring heights of Trasierra, to the east, serve as a spur to
neighbouring Valle del Jerte; and the centre of the district, flat and
undulating, is home to pasture, olive trees, irrigation and the generous
Gabriel y Galán reservoir. Spaces of light and silence, with an inland
sea, mountains, pastures, rivers, hospitable towns and the palpable
mark of its Roman past in the city of Cáparra and of its Medieval past
in the town of Granadilla; it is a land to be discovered slowly, at the
pace of those who enjoy contemplation and stillness.
Part of the territory is included in the Red Natura 2000 network:
<ZEPA (Special Bird Protection Zone): “Gabriel y Galán reservoir”
<SCI (Sites of Community Importance): Granadilla,
“Risco Viejo Sierras” and “Gredos and Valle del Jerte Sierra”
Medieval Town of Granadilla
The city of Granada was founded by Muslims in the 9th century for
military and defence purposes. In 1160, King Fernando II of León
reconquered Granada, remade it and repopulated it, providing it with a
wall and a castle, and granting it the title of city in 1170. The castle was
built to defend the passage to the lands of Salamanca along the Vía de
la Plata. The perimeter of the city is delimited by an Arab-built wall.
It is oval in shape, with no towers and with battlements. The Church
of Our Lady of the Assumption, dating from the 16th century, stands
out. In 1946 it was decided to create the Gabriel y Galán reservoir,
which led to the agricultural land being completely flooded. The town
was completely abandoned in 1964 after suffering a rapid process
of destruction. In 1980, Granadilla was declared a Historic-Artistic
Complex and four years later was included in the inter-ministerial
abandoned towns programme.
The Towns
AHIGAL
Do not miss:
• Church of the Assumption and the Santa Marina and Los
Mártires Hermitages. The centre is home to 16th century
buildings.
• Pantano de las Cumbres Route.
CABEZABELLOSA
Do not miss:
• The 17th century San Lorenzo Church and the 18th century Our
Lady of the Castle Hermitage.
• Roble de Romanejo Route, Monumental Tree of Extremadura.
• El Pitolero paragliding zone.
CEREZO
Do not miss:
• Natural Environments full of thickets, oak trees, cork trees,
Pyrenean oaks trees and holm oak trees.
• The 18th century St. John the Baptist Church.
• La Barzagosa Route, Gabriel y Galán reservoir and pasture.
Do not miss:
• San Marcos Convent and St. James the Apostle Church ruins.
• Convent Way Route and views of Las Hurdes, Valle del Alagón
and Tierras de Granadilla.
Natural Spaces and Bird
Watching Areas
<Villa de Granadilla.
Oliva de Plasencia
The district is home to one of the most valuable ecosystems
for bird conservation, its greatest exponent being the Gabriel
y Galán reservoir, which has been declared a Special Bird
Protection Zone (ZEPA). The zone occupies the entirety of the
reservoir and a large part of its surroundings. This enormous
water mass is home to many species, including little grebes,
herons and common teals that feed in the rich waters of the
reservoir.
<“PROYECTO M” Exhibition Room
Zarza de Granadilla.
12.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. and 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Closed on
Mondays. Tel.: 927 486 215 / 627 602 441.
<Old open-air oil mill
Palomero. Tel.: 927 673 669
<Roman City of Cáparra Interpretive Centre
Winter: 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. and 4.00 to 7.00 p.m.
Summer: 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. and 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
Closed on Sunday afternoons and Mondays. Tel.: 927 199 485
<District Interpretive Centre Gabriel y Galán Reservoir
Thursday to Friday: 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
Saturday: 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Sunday: 10.00 a.m. to 2.00
p.m. Tel.: 927 024 390 / 927 439 476
<El Anillo Sports Innovation Centre
Gabriel y Galán Reservoir
By appointment: 608 560 626
LA PESGA
Do not miss:
• The 18th century San Francisco Javier Church.
• Paraje de Arrosvera Route with natural pools.
SANTA CRUZ DE PANIAGUA
Do not miss:
• The 15th century St. James the Apostle Church.
• San Albín Way Route and Wineries Route.
VILLAR DE PLASENCIA
CEDER CÁPARRA
Plaza del Poblado, s/n
Poblado del Pantano de Gabriel y Galán (Cáceres)
Tlf: 927 02 43 90 Fax: 927 43 96 66
[email protected] / [email protected].
www.cedercaparra.es
This reservoir on the river Alagón is home to royal carp, pike,
boga, barbel
and blackbass, and is the venue for fishing competitions. Water
activities can also be practiced, such as wind surfing, paragliding,
sailing and rowing, and, under strict controls, motor boating. In
addition to fun, sport, contemplation and poetry, the Peña de
Francia in the background is outlined by incomparable scenery
comprising green mountains and endless skies, a faithful
spectator of this water surface.
TOURIST OFFICE
Community of Trasierra-Tierras de Granadilla
Poblado del Pantano de Gabriel y Galán (Cáceres)
Tlf: 927 43 94 76 Fax: 927 43 96 66
TOURIST INFORMATION POINT
Zarza de Granadilla
Tlf: 927 48 60 04 Fax: 927 48 64 46
At any time of year, the reservoir is a privileged space for
contemplation and rest. In summer, it turns into 112 miles of
beach for bathers, families and groups of friends seeking refuge
from the hot sun in the cool deep water. Membrillares beach is
the highlight.
ATURTIGRA VIRTUAL OFFICE
Tierras de Granadilla Tourism Association
www.turismotierrasdegranadilla.com
El Anillo
El Anillo is part of this valuable natural heritage. It is a sports
activities centre in a natural setting whose structure and
modern design has won it several awards and international
recognition. With its cutting-edge design, it projects onto the
district a philosophy of development based on the creation of
sports initiatives that entail much research on a national and
international level; a place that brings together sportsmen
and women who practice and experience different disciplines,
and where new techniques and materials are researched,
professionals are trained, nature activities are promoted, new
companies are created and new businessmen are trained. It is an
innovative commitment to the future of this territory.
Do not miss:
• Our Lady of the Assumption Church and San Bartolomé and
San Antonio de Padua Hermitages.
• River Way Route with pasture, holm oaks and cattle.
ZARZA DE GRANADILLA
Do not miss:
• The 16th century Our Lady of the Assumption Church.
• Granadilla Way Route, which crosses a large pine grove.
GRANADILLA
EDITA
Do not miss:
• Castle and the 16th century Our Lady of the Assumption Church.
• In 1980 it was declared a Historic Artistic Complex.
FINANCIAN
Foto: Ángel Bravo Sánchez
Rest Areas
Guijo de Granadilla.
Monday to Friday: 11.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m.
Weekends: by appointment. Tel.: 927 439 082 / 927 439 700.
Do not miss:
• The 18th century San Miguel Church.
• The Pinofranqueado Way Route through Puerto Judío as far as
Pedro Muñoz.
SANTIBAÑEZ EL BAJO
Do not miss:
• The San Andrés Church and 15th century Cristu Benditu de La
Misericordia and Santa Ana Hermitages.
• House Museum of the poet Gabriel y Galán.
• Arch of Cáparra.
• Oliva de Plasencia Way Route.
Museums and Interpretive
Centres
<“GABRIEL Y GALAN” House Museum
PALOMERO
GUIJO DE GRANADILLA
MARCHAGAZ
April to October: 10.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. and 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
November to March: 10.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. and 4.00 p.m. to
6.00 p.m. Closed on Mondays except public holidays. 927 014 974.
Do not miss:
• The 17th century Condes de Oliva Palace.
• The Renaissance style San Blas Church.
• The 19th century Town Hall and Silver Millarium from the time
of Emperor Hadrian.
• Cáparra Way Route.
Do not miss:
• 16th and 18th century María Magdalena Church.
• Roman Millarium and 16th century stone blacksmiths.
• Natural pool in the river Ambroz.
GRANJA DE GRANADILLA
Do not miss:
•The 16th and 17th century St. Gregory the Great Parish Church.
• Roman temple ruins route in the hills of Piedras Labradas with
beautiful views.
Cáceres • Extremadura
OLIVA DE PLASENCIA
Do not miss:
• 16th and 17th century Parish Church of the Saviour.
• Santa María Magdalena Church, and Cristo and Dios Padre
Hermitages.
• Route to Pozuelo from Zarzón.
JARILLA
TIERRAS DE GRANADILLA
Gabriel y Galán Reservoir
4Picnic area at the Oliva de Plasencia-Camino de Santiago exit.
Guijo de Granadilla
4Santa María fountain in the Gabriel y Galán reservoir area,
Road 205.
La Pesga
4Three picnic areas: Las Pizarras; El Pinar (Horno Tejero site);
La Arrosvegas.
Cabezabellosa
4Los Mártires Park picnic area.
Marchagaz
4Picnic area at the ancient ruins of the San Marcos Convent.
La Granja
4Four picnic areas: next to the natural pool with a bar and
restaurant open during the summer months.
Mohedas
4Four picnic areas: Pozo de las Higueras; Laguna de
Valluengo; Laguna de las Navas; Pozos de las Monjas.
Zarza de Granadilla
4Picnic area at Pocito - Avda de la Villa.
Likewise, the islands that exist all over the reservoir and the
surrounding holm-oak woods are home to one of the most
heavily populated sleeping places for cranes. The Sites of
Community Importance (SCI) along the banks of the reservoir are
all protected ecosystems, thereby contributing to guaranteeing
biodiversity though the conservation of natural habitats and
wild flora and fauna in the territory.
Places of Ornithological Interest
4Gabriel y Galán reservoir.
4Cabezabellosa and its surroundings.
4Fresnedilla Lake at Oliva de Plasencia.
4The olive groves at Ahigal.
4Pasture
Monumental Trees
ROMANEJO or ACARREADERO oak tree
Cabezabellosa
El Romanejo was one of the first eight trees to be declared
monumental, given that it is the largest oak tree in Extremadura
and comfortably meets all the requirements:
4 The surface area of its crown is over 2,625 feet.
4 Its height is over 85 square feet.
4 Its trunk has a base perimeter of almost 33 feet.
4 As for its age, it is estimated to be around 600 years old.
Bathing and Paragliding Zones
Fishing, Canoeing and Sailing
Zones
Fishing Zones
Bathing Zones
4Gabriel y Galán reservoir - Los Membrillares
4Bathing area at the Roman bridge of Cáparra and its passage
across the motorway
Natural pools
4La Granja natural pool
4Jarilla natural pool
4“La Alisea” Santa Cruz de Paniagua natural pool
Zonas de Baño
4Palomero Municipal Swimming Pool
4Cabezabellosa Municipal Swimming Pool
4Marchagaz Municipal Swimming Pool
4Mohedas Municipal Swimming Pool
4Villar Municipal Swimming Pool
4La Pesga Municipal Swimming Pool (Snac bar)
4Oliva de Plasencia Municipal Swimming Pool
4Zarza de Granadilla Municipal Swimming Pool
4Ahigal Municipal Swimming Pool
4Guijo de Granadilla Municipal Swimming Pool
4Santibañez el Bajo Municipal Swimming Pool
Paragliding Zones
Cabezabellosa: In the Cabezabellosa sierra at the highest point
called Pitolero.
Activities: Paragliding, hang gliding and all manner of flying
related activities.
More information: Plasencia Paragliding Association:
www.vuelolibrevaldeamor.es
< Gabriel y Galán reservoir.
Fishing: royal carp, pike, boga, barbel, blackbass and
pumpkinseed. When: all year round.
<Las Cumbres Ahigal reservoir
Fishing: Carp.
Foto: DJ Foto
<La Pesga riverside footpath at the reservoir
Fishing: boga, barbel, carp and crucian carp. La Pesga also has
pesquil fish.
Roman City of Cáparra
<At Santibañez el Bajo you can fish in the river Alagón near
Canchalón creek.
<River Ambroz.
Fishing: barbel, boga, chub or bordallo, red crab.
<Guijo Waterfall at Guijo de Granadilla.
<Valleluengo Lake and Las Navas Lake at Mohedas
(both enclosed).
<River Los Ángeles at La Pesga
Paragliding Zones
4Gabriel y Galán reservoir- El Anillo
4River Malo descent -El Anillo
4River Los Ángeles - Embarcadero - La Pesga descent.
-El Anillo.
More information: Paragliding Association
Sailing Zones
4Gabriel y Galán reservoir - El Anillo
4La Pesga jetty
4More information: Granadilla Sailing School.
The Vía de La Plata, as it passes through Tierras de Granadilla,
crosses, over 12 miles, Oliva de Plasencia, Guijo de Granadilla, Zarza
de Granadilla, Villar de Plasencia, Jarilla and La Granja. If you walk
along the ancient Roman way, Cañada Real de la Plata, you come to
the Roman Arch of Cáparra. This arch, dating from AD 1, supports its
four round arches on four pillars, creating a four-faced structure that
is the only one of its kind on the Iberian Peninsula. The city of Cáparra
would, under Rome’s rule, become an important communications
hub on the north-south axis between Emerita Augusta (Mérida) and
Artúrica Augusta (Astorga), which make up the Vía de la Plata.
Pilgrim Shelter: Vía de La Plata Shelter at Oliva de Plasencia.
Archaeological sites: these are dotted along the Vía de la Plata
and its surroundings, and have service areas, visitor tours, themed
panels, interpretive centres and archaeology centres.
Cáparra Interpretive Centre: with specialist staff and explanatory
panels.
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Ubicación
Leyenda
Información de interés turístico
Local Trails
Trail 1 Los Membrillares
Poblado Reservoir-Los Membrillares. 8 miles. 3 h.
Trail 2 Dehesa de Santibáñez
Santibáñez el Bajo. 6,8 miles. 2,45 h.
Trail 3 Roble Romanejo
Cabezabellosa-Roble Romanejo. 7,4 miles. 3,30 h.
Trail 4 Altamira or Santa Bárbara Sierra
Marchagaz-Cerro de Sta. Bárbara. 6,2/8,7 miles. 2,15 h.
Trail 5 Guijo to Cáparra
16,8 miles. 7 h.
Trail 6 Villar, Oliva de Plasencia and Cáparra
16,1 miles. 7 h.
Trail 7 Piedras Labradas
Jarilla-Collado de Piedras Labradas. 9,9 miles. 5 h.
Trail 8 Granadilla
Zarza de Granadilla-Granadilla. 19,9 miles. 8 h.
Trail 9 Dios Padre Sierra
Santa Cruz de Paniagua-Dios Padre. 8,7 miles. 4 h.
Trail 10 Pico Blanco
La Pesga-Pico Blanco. 8,7 miles. 3,30 h.
Trail 11 Talaván Way (PR-CC 203)
10,7 miles. 4 h. 20 mi.
Trail 12 Ahigal-Cerezo-Palomero
15,5 miles. 6 h.
Albergue
Approved Trails
GR 10 Cañada Real Soriana Occidental
Zarza de Granadilla-Mohedas de Granadilla
PR-CC 203 Talaván Way. 10,7 miles. 4 h. 20 mi.
PR-CC 221 Cerezo-Palomero. 6,5 miles. 2 h. 30 mi.
PR-CC 223 Verdeo Way. Palomero-Marchagaz
6 miles. 3 h. 20 mi. (Route 11)
PR-CC 201 Poet’s Way. Guijo Granadilla-Cáparra
19,1 miles. 3 h. 40 mi.
PR-CC 202 Vespasiano Way. Villar-Cáparra
8,8 miles. 3 h. 10 mi.
A-66
Edita: Ceder Cáparra. / Producción Gráfica y diseño: Entorno Rural S.L.U.
Base cartográfica: La Ruina Gráfica. / Imagen: Dionisio Romero y Ceder Caparra.