Hayedo de Montejo, Nature reserve in Sierra del Rincón, Community of Madrid, Spain.
The forest spans 250 hectares and contains 833 plant species alongside 194 vertebrate species within its Mediterranean climate environment.
In July 2017, UNESCO declared Hayedo de Montejo a World Heritage Site as part of the Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of Europe.
The forest maintains strong connections with surrounding villages, including Montejo de la Sierra, where local traditions incorporate white beans and shepherd-style cuisine.
Access requires guided tours, with half of the passes available through online booking and the remainder distributed on-site at the entrance.
Scientists use this forest as a research location to study climate change effects on beech trees, which normally do not grow this far south.
Location: Community of Madrid
Part of: Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Phone: +34918697058
Email: centrorbsr@madrid.org
Website: https://sierradelrincon.org
GPS coordinates: 41.10332,-3.48982
Latest update: May 11, 2025 19:55
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