Quarters Gorge (Losar de La Vera)
The Extremadura joint has published a census that includes up to 35 bathing areas where yes it is allowed to bathe this summer . They are collected in June 16 DOE Addendum 1 , and have been selected “according to the criteria recommended by the national authorities”. Each of them will have their own capacity limitations and will be subject to new health regulations , including those that ensure **effective social distancing** and proper disinfection of common areas. 21 natural pools in the province of Cáceres and 14 freshwater beaches on the shores of reservoirs in the province of Badajoz . We talk about ten of the best sites on this list:
CACERES:
Alardos Gorge (Madrigal de La Vera)
He will see her , one of the most visited areas of Cáceres during the summer, will open several of its bathing areas. The most popular is undoubtedly the Alardos Gorge, totally adapted to family tourism thanks to the restaurants, hotels, campsites and beach bars that you have along your journey. It also has various car parks, but they are all paid (blue zone), so if we want to save the toll we will have to park in the town and take a walk. There are six bathing areas: the Horco Dam, the Natural Pool (the most photographed, thanks to its 18th century bridge) and four pools: San Cristóbal (next to the hermitage of the same name), El Cardenillo, El Negro and La Paloma.
Alardos Gorge (Madrigal de La Vera)
Quarters Gorge (Losar de La Vera)
It is attached to the EX-203 , the road that runs through La Vera, shortly before reaching Losar de la Vera if we come from Madrid. Its waters also cross a Roman bridge, but despite the fact that young people tend to jump from its edges, it is totally prohibited and punishable by fines of 300 euros . It has various campsites, beach bars and restaurants next to it, and there are also several hiking trails to do with the cool weather.
Gorge of the Quarters in Losar de la Vera
Jaranda Gorge (Jarandilla de La Vera)
Next to a curve, attached to the EX-203, we will also see this gorge shortly after crossing Jarandilla de La Vera towards Aldeanueva de La Vera. It will be the closest thing to going to a swimming pool, since the campsite has a large grassy area on the shore where you can leave your towel. Its offer also influences restaurant and bungalows. The waters of this gorge also bathe the Parral Bridge , another bathing area that can be reached through the town, but (at least for the moment) it does not appear in the census of the Board.
Jaranda Gorge (Jarandilla de La Vera)
Benidorm (Navaconcejo)
If, by the way, we want to take advantage of our getaway to visit the Jerte Valley (known for the spectacular nature that its cherry blossoms acquire in spring), we can bathe in This bathing area in the heart of the Jerte river jokingly nicknamed "El Benidorm" by the residents of Navaconcejo . Cold thaw waters surrounded by trees, with areas equipped for the whole family and access for the disabled. Also, Two other bathing areas in the same municipality will be open this summer in the same river: El Pilar and El Cristo.
Descuernacabras Gorge (Valdecañas del Tajo)
Just by its name it already captures the attention of anyone. The throat is born in the Sierra of Guadalupe (Los Ibores region) and flows into the Tagus River. Between the municipal districts of Valdecañas de Tajo and Higuera de Albalat , is natural pool It even has a built-in curb with stairs on its banks to get into the water. Also lawn to plant the towel and chiringuito (cafeteria, bar and restaurant). Nature lovers will be able to see various types of birds of prey ( eagles, vultures, herons and goshawks ) in his sky and fish ( barbels, black bass, bogas and carp ) in its waters.
Descuernacabras Gorge (Valdecañas del Tajo
BADAJOZ:
Peloche Beach (Peloche)
On the other hand, in the province of Badajoz We will find open many of the beaches that are on the shores of its numerous reservoirs, bathed mostly by the warm waters of the Guadiana. Such is the case of Peloche, district of Herrera del Duque in the middle of Siberia Extremeña . The town is home to two beaches: one sandy and one concrete. They also have piers (there are numerous fishermen and also canoeists), picnic areas and the beach bar the spur . Five minutes by car we will also find the restaurant terrace Uncle Vito's Boat, ideal for watching the sunset. all in the Garcia Sola reservoir , in whose waters we can also bathe this year from the municipality of Talarrubias.
Peloche Beach (Peloche)
Orellana Beach (Orellana La Vieja)
In the Orellana reservoir (also Guadiana) Four bathing areas have been approved this year. They are in the municipalities of Campanario, Casas de Don Pedro (Calicanto Beach), Orellana de la Sierra (Los Llanos Beach) and Orellana la Vieja . Commonly known as the Orellana Beach , the latter is the most visited in Badajoz, probably thanks to its blue flag, which it has managed to raise once again this year. Accessible beach for the disabled, visited by fishermen and lovers of water sports. Also ideal to go with the family, with umbrellas, restaurants and attractions for the little ones.
Bell Tower Beach (Bell Tower)
There are those who prefer bell tower beach , located just in front of Orellana, which we will reach by the EX-103 wagon. It has a large restaurant bar, a concrete esplanade in the shade of eucalyptus trees, parasols, parking and even walkways to get into the water.
Zújar Island (Castuera)
in the vicinity of castuera we find this natural area, so called because it is a peninsula surrounded by the waters of the La Serena Reservoir (bathed by the Zújar River) . It offers a multitude of leisure offers: multi-adventure park for the little ones, restaurants, boat rentals, bird observatories, various accommodations and even an escape room. And what justifies its appearance in our report: a sandy beach, with umbrellas, access for the disabled and rental of pedal boats, bicycles, canoes, petanque games and boat routes.
In the La Serena reservoir, the Isla del Zújar is perfect for spending the day
Ash Island (Cheles)
Between Badajoz and Portugal stretches Lake Alqueva , the largest artificial lake in Western Europe, also fed by the Guadiana. On its banks we will find the bathing area known as Ash Island , belonging to the Extremaduran town of Cheles . Sand, grassy meadows, jetty, beach bar and recreation areas. It has managed to renew its blue flag for the second consecutive year.
Ash Island, in Cheles