Extremadura Natural Monuments: Mina La Jayona
Hidden away in a southern corner of Campiña Sur is Mina La Jayona, a long since abandoned iron ore mine and one of the region’s six Natural Monuments. Set in a remote area surrounded by hills, the mine will certainly make for one of the biggest highlights in any trip...
Where to stay in Montemolín: Casa Rural El Águila
Montemolín is a village located in Tentudía, the southernmost area in Badajoz province. Situated about halfway between Mérida and Sevilla, it’s a convenient place to stop overnight, if you’re driving along the A-66/E-803 motorway. If you do stop in Montemolín, you may...
Castles in Tentudía: Castillo de Montemolín
Badajoz province is a good castle-hopping destination, with over fifty castles and citadels to choose from. Castillo de Montemolín, situated in Tentudía, the region’s southernmost area, is a recommended little detour for castle lovers travelling to Extremadura from...
Street art in Mérida: 8 murals worth seeing
Since Mérida is all about (mainly) Roman architecture, most tourist itineraries end at the Roman Circus. But venture just a bit further, and you’ll marvel at some impressive contemporary murals. In this article, aimed at travellers looking to see some street art in...
Campiña Sur destinations: Llerena
Llerena is a small town located in the Campiña Sur area of Badajoz province. It’s a place of southern charm, with whitewashed facades lining its streets and beautiful examples of religious and civil architecture; it also has one of my favourite squares in Extremadura....
Roman architecture in Mérida: 18 places not to miss
Mérida is often referred to as ‘Little Rome’ for a reason. Founded as Augusta Emerita in 25 BCE, it became the capital of the Iberian Roman province of Lusitania. The Roman origins are present today in its Archaeological Ensemble – one the Extremadura’s three...
4 places for wild swimming in Las Hurdes
Rivers in northern Extremadura offer many wild swimming opportunities to confident swimmers and casual dip lovers alike. In Las Hurdes, the region’s northernmost area, you’ll find remote little villages, fantastic mountain scenery and plenty of natural pools. In this...
Where to stay in Hervás: Hospedería Valle del Ambroz
The pretty town of Hervás is the perfect base for exploring the Valle del Ambroz area in northern Cáceres province. If you need a place to stay in Hervás, I recommend choosing Hospedería Valle del Ambroz. In this article, I share my impressions of staying at...