Las Hurdes
The surroundings of the region of Las Hurdes is one of the most privileged rural tourism areas in Cáceres, with abundant pristine nature, a pleasant climate with cool summers and a spectacle of meandering rivers with crystalline waters, natural pools and impressive landscapes.
Highlights
Meancera Waterfall hiking route
This route is short and intense, but with a reward at the end in the form of a waterfall around 100 metres tall which falls into the void over the mountainside. The trail goes along rivers and streams, mountain ranges and villages of unparalleled beauty.
El Chorritero route
This is another of the most spectacular routes in Las Hurdes, with access from the village of Ovejuela. At the end of the path, the lovely waterfall offers an unforgettable picture-postcard image at any time of year, where one can even take a refreshing dip in summer.
"Charco de la Olla" natural swimming pool
It is located one kilometre from our Hospedería, where the rivers Batuecas and Ladrillar converge. In summer, it becomes a natural swimming pool for this tiny village, and has the services necessary to enjoy a splendid day of bathing.
Interpretation centres
An essential visit for seeing, understanding and enjoying the culture, tradition, gastronomy and crafts of Las Hurdes. The region has the following interpretation centres: Las Hurdes House, Craft, Honey, Olive Tree, Water and Hurdes.
El Gasco
This municipality is famous for its meanders and for the volcano of El Gasco, which was formed by a meteorite impact two million years ago. The presence of ringwoodite identifies it as something unique throughout the entire world.
Mycological tourism
In Las Hurdes, it is possible to find a wide variety of wild mushrooms, and combined with the beauty of the scenery and the variety of the walking routes, this constitutes a great attraction for mycology enthusiasts.
International Apiculture and Tourism Fair
This is a fair of international significance within the beekeeping sector. It offers a broad programme of activities and technical symposia which comprise a meeting place for honey enthusiasts.
Carnaval Hurdano
Declared a Fiesta of interest for tourists in Extremadura in October 2017, the Las Hurdes carnival is one of the most singular in Spain. It is held in a different town every year, where one can find the characters from the collective imagination, legends and typical regional gastronomy.
La Enramá
Declared a Fiesta of interest for tourists in Extremadura, this festival is held in late August in the municipality of Pinofranqueado (30 minutes from our Hospedería).