The towers of Cáceres
25 minutes by motorway
Designated as a World Heritage City in 1986. The experience of pounding its paved streets, while chasing the flight of a stork, and discovering its legends, history and the numerous charming nooks will fascinate you.
Griffon vultures and Spanish imperial eagles at Monfragüe
45 minutes through the Dehesa
Declared a National Park in 2007, its territory is home to a spectacular diversity of wildlife, from birds to large mammals.
Plasencia, gateway to northern Extremadura
40 minutes heading north
This historic city has a huge cathedral and many palaces and is the main access to the northern regions: the Jerte Valley, La Vera, Las Hurdes, Sierra de Gata...
The colossal Barruecos rocks and the Vostell Museum
30 minutes in the direction of Malpartida de Cáceres
Within this Natural Monument (designated in 1996) we can admire not only the natural beauty of the huge rock formations but also the unsettling masterpieces of the Vostell Museum in the ancient wool washing place.
Trujillo's walls
60 minutes across Cáceres's plains
Birth place of many conquistadors such as Francisco Pizarro and Francisco de Orellana, the must-sees include the Main Square and the ever-watchful Castle, looking down from its vantage point.
tourism
Extremadura
There is an amazing wealth of historic and natural heritage in Extremadura, with both stand-out cities like Cáceres, Plasencia, Trujillo o Mérida and places of outstanding natural beauty such as Monfragüe National Park, the Barruecos, or the Jerte Valley
Extremadura has a rich cultural life, with many events throughout the year, from traditional fiestas to the well-renowned Mérida Classic Theatre Festival or the WOMAD in Cáceres.
We admit to being Extremadura-lovers and for that reason, we would be pleased to give you some advice about places to visit, indispensable routes around our county or delicious local specialties you must try from our cuisine.
