Navalmoral de la Mata and surrounding area
The land around Navalmoral de la Mata is known as Campo Arañuelo, a place with beautiful landscapes of meadows, plains and pine forests, near the Monfrague National Park reserve.
It is located near the Monfragüe National Park, a true paradise for birdwatching.
The land around Navalmoral de la Mata is known as Campo Arañuelo, a region of meadows, plains, and pine forests in the northeast of Cáceres province.
Navalmoral de la Mata
Navalmoral is a modern town and very well connected, so it works well as a base for visiting the north of Extremadura. It sits on the A-5 highway between Madrid and Mérida.
Valdecañas reservoir
The Valdecañas reservoir, on the Tagus River, has created a natural environment ideal for native birds and is a crossing point for migratory birds.
Castle of Belvis de Monroy
Belvis de Monroy, town and castle
The Castle of Belvis de Monroy is one of the best-known castles in Extremadura, thanks to its beauty and its position on a hill.
Belvis de Monroy. Foto Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
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Festivals
Navalmoral Carnival is famous in the region, with a big groups parade and other activities in the streets.
Arrocampo reservoir
Near the village of Saucedilla, the Arrocampo reservoir is a well-known birding spot. It is a Special Protection Area for birds (ZEPA), with herons, egrets, and many other species.
Around the town
Beyond the reservoir and the castle, the villages of Talayuela, El Gordo, and Romangordo are quiet places to explore, and Monfragüe National Park is only a short drive away.
Best time to visit
Spring and autumn are best for birds and for walking in the surrounding countryside. In winter, cranes feed in the fields around the reservoirs.
How to get there
Navalmoral de la Mata is on the A-5 highway, about 2 hours from Madrid and 2 hours from Badajoz. It has a train station on the Madrid–Cáceres line, and the nearest international airport is Madrid (MAD).
What to eat
Local dishes include roast meats, migas, and sheep cheese. The pimentón de la Vera, a smoked paprika from the nearby valley, is used all over the region.
Getting around
A car is the easiest way to reach the reservoir, the castle, and Monfragüe. Navalmoral is a transport hub, with buses and trains to Madrid, Cáceres, and Mérida.
Where to stay…
Hotels in Navalmoral de la Mata