In southeast Extremadura these two districts welcome us with their extensive plains, their heritage villages, their castles, their churches, and their excellent gastronomy. Let us mention the most noteworthy aspects for a trip to these territories rich in history, culture, and nature.

The county of Vegas Altas del Guadiana, located at the heart of Extremadura, relies on irrigated agriculture and agroindustry as its main economic drives. It also has important Roman monuments, villages with an interesting cultural heritage, highly valuable natural spaces and the footprints of historic figures that changed the course of history.

Some places in the north of Extremadura still retain their own language.

Discover Extremadura by following in the footsteps of Queen Isabel la Católica, on a route that will satisfy both your senses and your curiosities. Culture, history, art, nature and gastronomy combie to offer you a unique experience.

The Autonomous Community of Extremadura is a veritable ornithological paradise, so no wonder that numerous areas have been declared SPAs throughout the region. Extremadura's environmental and ornithological value is particularly obvious in many towns in the region, which have become excellent places in which to observe birds.

The Alcántara Bridge was awarded this prize due to its unique nature, its good preservation status and its natural environment.

The attractions of Passion Week in Extremadura are widely acclaimed and recognised both nationally and internationally.

The capital of Cáceres, the flagship of Extremaduran gastronomic excellence, as well as the benchmark for the most discerning palates thanks to its extensive natural resources, was designated the Gastronomy Capital of Spain in 2015.

The Natural Monument of Los Barruecos scooped the 2015 Best Hidden Corner of Spain Award in the Guía Repsol contest.

The Royal Monastery of Santa María de Guadalupe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, since the 14th century has been one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Europe. Over the course of history, from kings to beggars have travelled different routes to get to the Marian shrine.