Art and culture
Castañar Cave Interpretation Centre
Explore the caverns, located in an exceptional place: the Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark.
Location and Contact:
- Tel.:+34 927 55 46 35
- Email: cueva.castanar@juntaex.es
- Website address: www.geoparquevilluercas.es
- Opening times
Wednesday-Sunday: 9am - 2pm and 4pm - 6pm (winter) / 5pm - 7pm (summer).
To visit the cave: from Abril 1 signing up in cueva.castanar@juntaex.es.
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Explore the caverns, located in an exceptional place: the Villuercas-Ibores-Jara Geopark.
Through this interpretation centre, you can discover the secrets of the Castañar cave. Discover and enter the depths of the underground caves on a virtual journey. You can also learn about the region's cultural and natural values. The tour of the centre is free and you can look around on your own or book a group tour.
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Type:
- Culture
- Natural Area
- Geology
Accessibility:
- Disabled access
- Accessible car park
- Accessible facilities and common areas
Services:
- Guided Tours
Theme:
- Art and culture
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