Essentials

15 iconic sites on the Grand Tour, five in each region: the Tajo-Tejo Internacional Transboundary Biosphere Reserve, the Monfragüe Biosphere Reserve and the Villuercas Ibores Jara UNESCO Global Geopark.

Home > Must-haves

Roman Bridge (Alcántara)

Roman Bridge at Alcántara

With nearly two thousand years of history, it’s a must-see.

72 PP04_megalithism TI_Tierra Caida copy

Megalithic culture in the International Tagus region

The best-preserved megalithic site in Europe.

143 ME03_TI viewing point_ship copy

Boat on the Tagus

It monitors the border from international waters.

48 AU02_Salorino_gallo copy

Murals in Salorino

Find out why Salorino is a leading figure in urban art.

Gothic Quarter (Valencia de Alcántara)

The Gothic Quarter of Valencia de Alcántara

A historic complex in the largest Jewish quarter in the province.

The Gypsy’s Leap 01

The Gypsy’s Leap

The most iconic birdwatching spot in Monfragüe – and perhaps in the world.

45 AT08_Cabañas Castle_night-time copy

Stargazing in Monfragüe

Become one with the universe and its stars.

Arrocampo Park

Arrocampo Bird Park

The great sanctuary for wetland birds.

Trompe-l’oeil paintings in Romangordo

Trompe-l’oeil paintings in Romangordo

Ninety-six perspectives on urban art with rural roots.

85 CF01_Mirabel Castle_path (copy)

Mirabel Castle and the pastureland

A castle, a pasture, two remarkable trees and a trail: the Barbechoso shade.

Guadalupe Monastery

Guadalupe Monastery and La Puebla

A monastery listed as a World Heritage Site and a town designated as a historic site.

29 GT03_Pico Villuercas copy

Geological trail of Villuercas Peak

A natural viewpoint overlooking the Appalachian landscape.

Mina Costanaza (Logrosán)

Mina Costanaza

An adventure to the centre of the Earth.

Castañar de Ibor Cave

Castañar de Ibor Cave

The great hidden secret of the UNESCO Territories.

Cabañas Castle (Cabañas del Castillo)

Cabañas Castle

One of the best views of the Appalachian Geopark.